Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation Presents Let's Talk Addiction and Recovery with William C. Moyers
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Legal Marijuana: Higher Potency Brings Higher Risks
Legal Marijuana: Higher Potency Brings Higher Risks
Legal Marijuana: Higher Potency Brings Higher Risks
Wednesday 3rd March 2021
Explore the health risks of high-potency marijuana in this episode of 'Let's Talk Addiction & Recovery' with Dr. Victor Vines and William C. Moyers.
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Get the buttons here!High-Potency Marijuana: Unpacking the Risks and Realities
Like any addictive substance, marijuana can be used by some people without major consequence. For others, dependence can develop along with mental health issues and cognitive impairment.
What happens when marijuana becomes more potent and widely available? In this episode of 'Let's Talk Addiction & Recovery', host William C. Moyers chats with Dr. Victor Vines, an expert in addiction medicine, to tackle this very question. With more states legalizing recreational marijuana, the conversation turns to the health risks associated with high-potency cannabis. Dr. Vines sheds light on how some people can use marijuana without significant issues, while others might face dependence, mental health challenges, and cognitive problems.
The episode doesn't shy away from tough questions, like whether marijuana could follow the same troubling path as alcohol and tobacco in terms of health impacts. Despite some claims about its medical benefits, marijuana remains a Schedule I drug according to the FDA. Parents, in particular, should tune in to understand the potential risks for young people, including higher chances of psychosis and poor academic performance.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone concerned about the evolving landscape of marijuana use and its implications for health and society.