The Adversity Advantage with Doug Bopst CANNABIS SERIES | Dr. Wilson Compton: Mental Health, Resources for Parents, Psychosis & Recovery
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Oct 5, 2023 Dr. Wilson Compton, Deputy Director at NIDA, shares insights on the serious implications of cannabis use, particularly among youth. He discusses how cannabis can affect mental health, anxiety, and lead to conditions like psychosis. Parents are given valuable advice on navigating conversations about cannabis with their children, stressing the need for education on its risks. The impact of cannabis on brain function, particularly in learning, is explored, alongside recovery techniques for cannabis use disorder and the myths surrounding its safety.
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Rising Cannabis Use Is A Public Health Concern
- Cannabis use and cannabis use disorder have increased recently across the U.S. population.
- This expansion raises public health concerns because more people now develop harms related to cannabis.
THC Potency Has Dramatically Increased
- THC potency has risen from ~3% decades ago to 25–30% in many products today.
- Extracts and oils can be 80–90% THC, greatly increasing typical dosages and risks.
High-THC Use Can Trigger Acute Psychosis
- High doses of THC can cause panic, anxiety, hallucinations, and acute psychosis.
- Those acute symptoms often resolve but can appear frequently in emergency departments.