While we know cannabis use affects mental health in some ways, we still don’t understand all its impacts. Researchers have solidly established that heavy use can trigger psychosis and schizophrenia in those susceptible to it, but haven’t fully determined the association between cannabis use and subsequent depression and suicidality.… Read the rest
Delta-8 vs. Delta-9: What’s the Deal?
Cannabis is a genus of flowering plant. Cannabis has hundreds of species or strains. Some cannabis plants are classified as marijuana, which are drug varieties. Some cannabis plants are classified as hemp, which are not drug varieties.
How do you know if it’s marijuana or hemp?… Read the rest
Why Does Potency Matter?
With marijuana and its derivatives, potency refers exclusively to the THC content. At this point, few people really care about any other chemicals present in cannabis, with the limited exception of the much-touted CBD.
THC potency matters a great deal to everyone involved in the cannabis debate, whether pro- or anti-.… Read the rest
The Bradford Hill Analysis of Causation Applied to Cannabis Use and the Development of Chronic Psychotic Disorders
The Bradford Hill Analysis of Causation Applied to Cannabis Use and the Development of Chronic Psychotic Disorders as appeared in the Appendix of the book, The Impact of THC on Our Children: A Parent’s Worst Nightmare.
Written by Christine L.… Read the rest
Chrissy – March 3, 2025
I am writing to share my daughter’s experience with vaping high-potency THC. My daughter started her freshman year and turned 14 in September 2022. She did well in school, but struggled to fit in socially. She had been diagnosed at a young age with ADHD, anxiety, and autism.… Read the rest
A Letter to Parents Concerned About Their Child’s THC Use
By Ben Cort
Excerpted from his new book, Weed Inked.
A reporter from the New York Post recently called asking my thoughts on a bill that would require parents to attend diversion/education programs with their kids when the kids got caught with THC.… Read the rest
Anonymous – December 31, 2024
THC Recovery. First and foremost, THC psychosis could go on permanently (which is then labeled schizophrenia) if they continue smoking/vaping/dabbing/taking edibles (however they are ingesting THC products). No psychiatrist should be labeling them with a serious mental health illness until at least one year 100% clean and drug-free.… Read the rest
Johnny’s Fifth Angelversary
Five years ago, on November 20, 2019, my beloved 19-year-old son, Johnny, took his life. As many of you know, he had a psychotic episode from using high-potency THC concentrates. I can’t believe it’s been five years. So much has happened.… Read the rest
Join Foundry Front Range Team Members and Colleagues for an Informative Continuing Education Lunch & Learn Event November 22 Webinar
Please register now to participate in our November 22 continuing education event featuring leading cannabis impacts and policy experts Laura Stack and Ben Cort.
Foundry Front Range can accommodate up to 30 guests in-person and all are welcome to join virtually.… Read the rest
MENTAL ILLNESS AWARENESS WEEK – THC Causes Mental Harms in Youth
In 1990, Congress officially established the first full week of October as Mental Illness Awareness Week (MIAW). Advocates such as Johnny’s Ambassadors have worked together to sponsor activities to educate the public about mental illness. This year, Mental Illness Awareness Week is October 6-12, and World Mental Health Day is October 10.… Read the rest