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The link between cannabis use and psychosis is controversial. However, there is increasing evidence to suggest a link between cannabis use and it's effect on accelerating the onset of schizophrenia in vulnerable individuals. This is especially true with cannabis use during puberty.[([[https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/link-between-adolescent-pot-smoking-and-psychosis-strengthens/|Scientific American: Link between Adolescent Pot Smoking and Psychosis Strengthens | The link between cannabis use and psychosis is controversial. However, there is increasing evidence to suggest a link between cannabis use and it's effect on accelerating the onset of schizophrenia in vulnerable individuals. This is especially true with cannabis use during puberty.[([[https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/link-between-adolescent-pot-smoking-and-psychosis-strengthens/|Scientific American: Link between Adolescent Pot Smoking and Psychosis Strengthens | ||
- | (2017)]])] Whether it is a true cause-and-effect remains under investigation. | + | (2017)]])] Whether it is a true cause-and-effect remains under investigation. Recent population studies have shown that almost 50% of individuals with an episode of cannabis-induced psychosis will go on to develop schizophrenia or bipolar disorder.[([[https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29179576/|Starzer, M. S. K., Nordentoft, M., & Hjorthøj, C. (2018). Rates and predictors of conversion to schizophrenia or bipolar disorder following substance-induced psychosis. American journal of psychiatry, 175(4), 343-350.]])] |
===== Treatment ===== | ===== Treatment ===== |