health
February 23, 2026
Teenage Cannabis Use Doubles Risk of Psychotic and Bipolar Disorders
Teenagers who use cannabis face twice the risk of developing psychotic and bipolar disorders, according to a new study.
TL;DR
- Adolescent cannabis use is linked to a doubled risk of developing psychotic and bipolar disorders.
- The study also found significantly increased risks of depressive and anxiety disorders.
- Cannabis use preceded psychiatric diagnoses by an average of 1.7 to 2.3 years.
- Concerns are raised about increasing cannabis potency and aggressive marketing.
- A public health response is urged to reduce potency, prevent youth use, and limit marketing.
- Cannabis is the most used drug among US teenagers.
- THC levels in cannabis are at their highest, with concentrates exceeding 95%.
- A potential Executive Order aims to reclassify marijuana as a Schedule III drug.
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