Randomized trial examines cannabis use and poor mental health trends in the U.S., highlighting critical disparities.
Using 2016-2023 data from the Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System (BRFSS), this study examined trends in self-reported past-month poor mental health (≥ 1 day) among individuals using cannabis and disparities in subgroups. From 2016 to 2023, the prevalence of self-reported past-month poor mental health (≥ 1 day) among those using cannabis increased from 54.54% to 67.88%. Women reported higher rates than men (77.08% vs. 60.14%). Young adults (25-34) showed the largest increase (from 51.42% to 77.67%). Hispanics (69.17%) exhibited the highest prevalence in 2023. Findings underscore the need for mental health screening and targeted counseling as cannabis legalization expands.
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