• Question: does the use of marijuana affect your mental health later on in life?

    Asked by to Amy, Anita, Daryl, Nimesh, Sandra on 24 Jun 2014. This question was also asked by .
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      Amy Monaghan answered on 24 Jun 2014:

      Hey queenbjr

      Smoking marijuana has been shown to possibly affect mental health in later life, particularly in those with a history of mental illness. It has been linked to schizophrenia, depression and anxiety disorders which is why it’s a classified substance. There are still researchers working on this question around the world. It is also linked to cancers such as lung cancer because it is usually mixed with tobacco.

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      Anita Thomas answered on 24 Jun 2014:

      Hi @queenbjr, I believe that some studies suggest this, but it’s not something that I research myself.
      Cheers,
      Anita.

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      Daryl Jones answered on 24 Jun 2014:

      Hi queenbjr

      Yes studies have shown that marijuana can affect your mental health in later life. It is known to increase the risks of developing schizophrenia!!

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