Dr. Roneet Lev
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Episode # 77 High Truths on Drugs and Addiction with Dr. Marta DiForte on Cannabis Induced Psychosis
Episode # 77 High Truths on Drugs and Addiction with Dr. Marta DiForte on Cannabis Induced Psychosis
Episode # 77 High Truths on Drugs and Addiction with Dr. Marta DiForte on Cannabis Induced Psychosis
Monday 13th June 2022
Dr. Marta DiForte explores the connection between cannabis use and psychosis with practical advice on prevention and genetic risks.
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Get the buttons here!Cannabis and Psychosis: Dr. Marta DiForte's Groundbreaking Research
Certainly, we cannot change the DNA we have in our family history, but cannabis use is the only thing we can change, and we do know that for a significant proportion of people, if you remove from the equation cannabis use, you could have prevented the condition.
Ever wondered how cannabis might affect mental health? In this episode of 'High Truths on Drugs and Addiction', Dr. Roneet Lev sits down with Dr. Marta DiForte, a leading expert in psychosis research, to uncover the intricate connections between cannabis use and mental disorders. Dr. DiForte, a Clinical Reader in Psychosis Research at the Institute of Psychiatry, and Honorary Consultant Adult Psychiatrist, has dedicated her career to understanding the risks associated with cannabis, particularly high-potency strains like 'skunk'.
Her work reveals that these potent forms of cannabis significantly raise the risk of developing psychosis compared to traditional varieties. But who is most at risk? That's what Dr. DiForte aims to find out through her ongoing research into the genetic factors that may predispose individuals to schizophrenia when combined with cannabis use. In this episode, she breaks down her findings and offers practical advice for parents worried about their children's cannabis consumption.
She stresses that while we can't change our genetic makeup, avoiding cannabis can significantly reduce the risk of psychosis. Tune in to gain a deeper understanding of how cannabis interacts with our genes and what steps can be taken to mitigate these risks. This episode is a must-listen for anyone concerned about the mental health impacts of cannabis.