The use of marijuana during adolescence, particularly heavy and frequent use, has been linked to an array of negative health outcomes, including potential harm to cognitive development, increased risk for mental health disorders, and poorer educational outcomes. The drug is often perceived as natural and less harmful than other substances, which can mislead young people into believing that it's a safe method to cope with their psychological distress.Unfortunately, this perception might be far from reality. This situation may be leading to an increase in self-medication behaviors, with marijuana being a substance of choice for some. Isolation, uncertainty, and disruption of regular social and educational structures have left many young people grappling with increased stress, anxiety, and depression. Parallel to this issue, a youth mental health crisis has been gaining momentum, heightened by the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. This can make it challenging for school authorities to detect usage, making it possible for teens to use these products before or even during school hours. Products such as THC concentrates, edibles, and vaping cartridges are not only more powerful but can also be consumed more discreetly. The commercialization of marijuana has also led to the development of products with increased potency compared to the less potent forms commonly available in previous decades. This shift has inadvertently made it easier for adolescents to gain access to cannabis products.
In many parts of the world, particularly in the United States, the decriminalization and legalization of marijuana have led to the establishment of regulated markets for the drug.
Officials at Manhattan’s highly selective Beacon High School told parents this fall that students caught vaping in school will be suspended, while offering information sessions for parents about substance use Another is mandating three sessions with a staffer who has a background in substance abuse counseling. One small Manhattan high school said students caught getting high during the school day to attend peer-led restorative circles.
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