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Cannabis becomes stronger, showed research – and these are also health risks.
Two new studies raise red flags about how The use of marijuana Can increase the fight against paranoia and mental health, especially for people who start using it to cope with anxiety, depression or past injury.
In the first study published in the BMJ Prinany Health, more than 3,000 adults who are now or previously used cannabis.
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Researchers have found that people who first tried marijuana fight pain, stress or depression are much more likely to deal with paranoia later.
Those who used it only out of curiosity either for the sake of pleasure had the lowest level paranoia and anxiety.
“This study of additional floodlines used by youth cannabis can be devastating for brain development,” the expert said. (Istock)
They also measured how many people consumed. On average, the participants reported the use of the equivalent of 10 to 17 joints a week – with today’s strains widely reportedly stronger than in recent decades.
According to the American Psychological Association, in the 1960s and the 1970s, marijuana averaged about 1% thc; Today, many products reach 30%and concentrates can reach 90-95%.
Researcher Tom Freeman, Professor Bit University, suggested that cannabis could track Like alcohol By standard “Thc units”, so users know exactly how much they consume and what it can mean for their health.
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“This study is further floodlights that Using Youth Cannabis It may be devastating for brain development, “said Riana Durrett, Director of the Konabis Policy Institute Unlv, Fox News Digital said.
“Although there are different opinions about the law and reform of the cannabis policy, anyone may agree that youth prevention is important for health care and future generations.”
The study found that the use of marijuana can worsen paranoia in people who have experienced a child’s injury. (Istock)
Durret, who did not participate in the study, also noted that the data helps to confirm the link between the injury, anxiety and use of cannabis, which are also supported by previous UNLV studies.
‘There is convincing evidence that cannabis should not be used for self -medication for anxiety, although there may be other important Medical preferences It also deserves research and attention, ”she said.
Additional studies are needed as cannabis consumption compared to alcohol, Darreth added.
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A second study published in psychological medicine dug into the connection between Injury to childhoodparanoia and hemp.
Participants who experienced some injury, such as physical or emotional cruel treatment, were more likely to suffer paranoia – and marijuana deteriorated.
As the cannabis legalization expands, more and more people are resorting to marijuana to relieve stress, pain or injuries. (Istock)
Dr. Julia Trot, a psychiatrist at the King College of London and the lead author of the first study, said cannabis appears to “aggravate the consequences” of the injury, depending on what the person survived. She urges doctors to check for patients with paranoia to injure the injury.
Why is it important now
As the cannabis legalization expands, more and more people are resorting to marijuana to relieve stress, pain or injuries. But experts warn that self -medication can shake.
Professor Martha Di Forti with King London College, who worked on both studies, said the conclusions are a clear warning to politicians.
“While some people turn to cannabis as a way of overcoming pain or injuries, it may be subjected to significant risk to them Mental health And well -being. “
