Cannabis Linked to Depression and Bipolar Disorder
Jul 19, 2024
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Recent research reveals the harmful effects of regular cannabis use, linking it to increased risks of mental health issues like depression and bipolar disorder, particularly in individuals with a history of cannabis addiction.
Cannabis use is linked to increased risk of depression and bipolar disorder.
Research challenges the notion that cannabis is a harmless substance, highlighting potential risks.
Deep dives
Negative Effects of Cannabis Use
Regular cannabis use has been found to have negative consequences, contradicting the perception of it being harmless. Studies reveal that marijuana is a leading cause of workplace accidents, increases the risk of schizophrenia among young men, and is closely linked to depression and bipolar disorder. A 30-year study of 6.5 million Danish citizens found that cannabis use significantly raises the chances of developing clinical depression and bipolar disorder, particularly for those with cannabis addiction. The risk of psychosis is higher for men, increasing with prolonged use.
Changing Perceptions of Marijuana
Research is challenging the common belief that cannabis is a safe substance. Recent findings by the U.S. National Institute on Drug Abuse Deputy Director Dr. Wilson Compton highlight the growing evidence exposing the potential risks associated with cannabis use. Studies like the one tracking Danish citizens' medical records for three decades are shedding light on the negative impacts of marijuana, providing a counter-narrative to the prevailing cultural propaganda promoting it as harmless.
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The Harmful Effects of Cannabis Use Revealed by Recent Research