
Episode 30: Cannabis and ADHD
The ADHD Adults Podcast
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Cannabinoids and ADHD
In adults with ADHD, the use of marijuana is higher than in non ADHD people. Almost 50% of people with cannabis use disorder seem to have ADHD. Researchers suggest that people with ADHD may be using marijuana to self-medicate for many of the symptoms and the medication side effects. But it is really slim research hence we're not promoting it. It's really difficult to do good research with illicit substances because it's so controlled.
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