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This study aims to evaluate the mental health risks associated with cannabis use among young individuals aged 15-30.

October 24, 2025Addictive BehaviorsOpen Access

Growing Concerns: A systematic review and Meta-Analysis of cannabis use and mental health risks in youth

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Systematic review shows increased mental health risks from cannabis use in young individuals, indicating urgent public health needs.

This study aims to evaluate the mental health risks associated with cannabis use among young individuals aged 15-30.
Included studies published between 2013 and 2025, with data sourced from major databases like PubMed and Embase.
Screened 6466 articles, resulting in 36 studies meeting inclusion criteria, with 18 included in the meta-analysis.
Odds of depression were 51% higher in young cannabis users (OR = 1.51, 95% CI = 1.23-1.86), decreasing to 28% after adjustment (aOR = 1.28, 95% CI = 1.10-1.50).
Anxiety increased by 58% (OR = 1.58, 95% CI = 1.15-2.15).
Odds of suicide attempt were 87% higher (OR = 1.87, 95% CI = 1.25-2.80), remaining elevated at 80% after adjustment (aOR = 1.80, 95% CI = 1.30-2.49).

Sanz-Pérez et al. (2025) studied this question.

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