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607. Is America Switching From Booze to Weed?

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Shifting Tides: Alcohol vs. Cannabis

This chapter examines the changing dynamics of alcohol consumption in America, noting a rise in drinking among older adults and a decline among youth. It contrasts the health and economic impacts of alcohol use with the growing popularity of cannabis, setting the stage for a deeper discussion on societal trends surrounding these substances.

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