Cannabis Policy
Australian Researchers Concerned that Legalisation May Lead to Increased Use of Potent Cannabis Concentrates
Researchers at University of Queensland are concerned with the rise of harmful effects associated with super-potent cannabis concentrates since the legalisation of medicinal cannabis in Australia.
Preventing Prohibition Problems: How to handle cannabis legalization
Legalizing and regulating the adult use of cannabis provides necessary controls and transparency to the existing market
Earlier Intervention with Depressed Youths Could Reduce Rate of Cannabis-use Disorder
A study based in Seattle found that teenagers diagnosed with depression are more likely to use cannabis in later life.
Study Finds Teen Cannabis Usage Increases Other Illicit Drug Use in Later Life
Researchers at University of Bristol have found cannabis use as a teen to increase the chances of other illegal drug use in early adulthood.
New Study States Closing Medical Marijuana Dispensaries Increases Crime
"Going to pot? The impact of dispensary closures on crime" investigates the relationship between the closure of medicinal marijuana dispensaries and the increase of crime.
Study Finds An Increase of Students Using Marijuana In Oregon After State Legalization
Since the legalization of marijuana in Oregon, researchers have found an increase in marijuana usage among students across the state.
Public Health Guidelines Aim to Lower Health Risks of Cannabis Use
10 science-based recommendations have been released to help reduce health risks for cannabis users.
Legal Cannabis Laws Impact Teen Use
A new study has discovered that adolescents living in medical marijuana states are more likely to have tried different methods of cannabis use.
How Legalizing Cannabis Can Help Society
A legal, not-for-profit model would result in community groups and drug treatment facilities being better funded.
