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Today's Marijuana and the Developing Brain
Today's Marijuana and the Developing Brain
Today's Marijuana and the Developing Brain
Saturday 2nd November 2019
Discover the hidden dangers of today's high-THC marijuana on young minds with Jody Belsher's expert insights and prevention tips.
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Get the buttons here!Today's Marijuana: A Hidden Threat to Young Minds
With Today's high-level potency, THC is really the negative effects to the developing brain, and that includes mental illness such as anxiety and depression disorders.
Is today's marijuana more dangerous than ever for young people? In this thought-provoking episode of BrainStream, host Mila LaBarre sits down with addiction specialist Jody Belsher to tackle this pressing question. Jody, the mind behind the award-winning documentary 'The Other Side of Cannabis: Negative Effects of Marijuana on Our Youth', brings her extensive expertise to the table. She unpacks the alarming rise in THC potency and its potential links to mental health issues like anxiety and depression.
The conversation doesn't shy away from the hard truths, including the disturbing correlation between high-THC marijuana and violent behaviors. Jody also sheds light on the dangers of vaping THC and the increasingly common condition known as cannabinoid hyperemesis syndrome. But it's not all doom and gloom—this episode is packed with practical advice for parents and mentors on how to steer young people away from substance abuse.
Whether you're a concerned parent, an educator, or someone interested in the latest research on marijuana, this episode offers a wealth of valuable insights. Tune in to understand the hidden dangers lurking in today's marijuana and learn how to protect the young minds in your life.