Adverse effects of cannabis

@article{Hall1998AdverseEO,
  title={Adverse effects of cannabis},
  author={Wayne D. Hall and Nadia Solowij},
  journal={The Lancet},
  year={1998},
  volume={352},
  pages={1611-1616}
}
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  • Medicine
    British journal of anaesthesia
  • 1999
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It is timely to review the adverse effects of cannabis, especially in view of the increased prevalence of its recreational use in the UK, increased potency of modern preparations and present interest in the therapeutic possibilities of cannabinoids.
Risks associated with the non-medicinal use of cannabis.
TLDR
Intense use of high doses of cannabis over many years, and the initiation of cannabis use in adolescence, can be associated with substance dependence, specific withdrawal symptoms, cognitive impairment, affective disorders, psychosis, anxiety disorders, and physical disease outside the brain.
Cannabis or health
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Devising effective control policies is difficult, but perhaps greater efforts should be directed towards reducing prevalence and providing treatment for dependent users.
Adverse effects of cannabis.
  • D. Ashton
  • Medicine, Psychology
    Prescrire international
  • 2011
TLDR
On the basis of the available data, it seems prudent to inform apparently vulnerable individuals that cannabis may cause acute psychotic decompensation, especially at high doses, although it cannot reach firm conclusions on whether or not cannabis use causes psychosis.
Acute and long-term effects of cannabis use: a review.
TLDR
Evidence indicates that frequent and prolonged use of cannabis can be detrimental to both mental and physical health.
Does Cannabis Cause, Exacerbate or Ameliorate Psychiatric Disorders? An Oversimplified Debate Discussed
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Evidence of cannabis’ effects on two psychiatric conditions: post-traumatic stress disorder and psychotic disorders is discussed to discuss two viewpoints regarding the benefit and harm of cannabis use for these conditions.
Safety issues concerning the medical use of cannabis and cannabinoids.
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The evidence behind major safety issues related to cannabis use is summarized to promote informed dialogue between physicians and patients in whom cannabinoid therapy is being considered, and to further guide therapeutic decisions and public policy.
Cannabis and Its Derivatives: Review of Medical Use
  • L. Leung
  • Medicine
    The Journal of the American Board of Family Medicine
  • 2011
TLDR
Family physicians need to be cognizant of such changing landscapes with a practical knowledge on the pros and cons of medical marijuana, the legal implications of its use, and possible developments in the future.
Cannabis use and symptom experience amongst people with mental illness: a commentary on Degenhardt et al.
  • J. Macleod
  • Medicine, Psychology
    Psychological Medicine
  • 2007
TLDR
A high proportion of people who have a serious mental illness also use non-prescribed psychoactive drugs, particularly cannabis, and this association is perhaps most apparent, and possibly also has the greatest implications for health, in relation to tobacco use.
Cannabis Use in Canada: The Need for a ‘Public Health’ Approach
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In a public health framework, cannabis use - especially in young populations - should be systematically monitored and high-risk patterns of use screened for in appropriate settings, e.g., schools and GP offices.
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