Episode # 74 High Truths on Drugs and Addiction with Dr. Sharon Levy on Cannabis and YouthEpisode # 74 High Truths on Drugs and Addiction with Dr. Sharon Levy on Cannabis and Youth
High Truths on Drugs and Addiction
Cannabis use is associated with alarming increase in mental health crisis, especially in youth. High potency THC products are the driving this problem. Dr. Levy sees this in her clinic treating kids with cannabis use disorder. Sharon Levy, MD, MPH Sharon Levy, MD, MPH is a Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrician, Addiction Medicine specialist, Director of the Adolescent Substance Use and Addiction Program at Boston Children’s Hospital and Associate Professor at Harvard Medical School. Over the past 20 years she has evaluated and treated thousands of adolescents with substance use disorders, and she has written extensively on the topic. In 2016 she established the nation’s first accredited Pediatric Addiction Medicine Fellowship training program. She has expertise in the integration of substance use treatment services into pediatric primary care.
1:02:59•23 May 2022
Cannabis and Youth: Dr. Sharon Levy's Take on Mental Health Risks
“The neurotoxic effects of cannabis on the growing brain highlights the importance of prevention and protecting that growing brain.”
What happens when young minds meet high-potency cannabis? Dr. Sharon Levy, a seasoned expert in pediatric addiction medicine, dives into this pressing issue on 'High Truths on Drugs and Addiction'. Hosted by Dr. Roneet Lev, this episode sheds light on the alarming rise in mental health crises linked to cannabis use among youth. Dr. Levy, who has spent over two decades treating adolescents with substance use disorders, shares her firsthand experiences from her clinic at Boston Children’s Hospital.
She paints a vivid picture of how potent THC products are impacting the developing brains of young people, emphasizing the urgent need for prevention and early intervention. But it’s not all doom and gloom; Dr. Levy offers practical advice for parents and healthcare professionals on how to approach conversations about substance use with kids.
Whether you're a parent worried about your child or a healthcare provider seeking insights, this episode is packed with valuable information that can help you navigate these challenging waters. Tune in to understand the intricate dynamics between cannabis and youth mental health, and walk away with actionable strategies to protect the young minds around you.
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