The following blog is from Dr. Bobby Smyth, a child and adolescent psychiatrist from Dublin and on the IASIC medical advisory panel. IASIC is the International Academy on the Science and Impact of Cannabis – Doctors education on the harms of cannabis.… Read the rest
From a mom in the trenches — January 8, 2022
This challenge has already turned into a journey of winding ways. Every smile he shows on his face makes my heart leap and my mood elate but then on the hard days, when he is taken from me into a world of his own reality and his sweet affectionate loving self is gone my heart breaks and the fears rise again.… Read the rest
Marijuana Lowers Your Intelligence – FACT or CRAP Part 2
Is the following statement FACT or CRAP?
2. Marijuana can’t lower your intelligence.
Answer: CRAP
Heavy marijuana exposure starting in adolescence predicts an 8-point drop in IQ. Persistent cannabis users show neuropsychological decline from childhood to midlife https://sci-hub.tw/https://doi.org/10.1073/pnas.1206820109
For some time now, scientists and medical professionals have known that persistent marijuana use over long periods of time harms the brain in a variety of ways.… Read the rest
Marijuana and Addiction – FACT or CRAP Part 1
Is the following statement FACT or CRAP?
- You can get addicted to marijuana.
Answer: FACT
17% of adolescents who use marijuana become addicted, and 50% of daily users become addicted. Adverse Health Effects of Marijuana Use https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4827335/pdf/nihms762992.pdf
Recently, I came across an ad for a cannabis-only investment company that pointed out that legal marijuana might soon grow to a $100 billion industry.… Read the rest
Top Ten Teen Toking Tip-Offs Part 10
How do you know if your child is acting like a normal teenager or if you’re seeing cannabis use? Here are ten true-or-false statements covering the most likely tip-offs that your teen is using marijuana.
TRUE or FALSE?
10. I’m not worried about my daughter because teen girls rarely use marijuana.… Read the rest
Kim B — December 6, 2021
Zachary was a sweet, active, and outgoing person. He survived ALL ( childhood leukemia) as a child. He grew up in a Christian family and school. He played competitive ice hockey for over 10 years playing defense and loved to check his competitors.… Read the rest
Stephanie C — December 6, 2021
I just wanted to thank you for what you are doing and I’m so sorry for the loss of your son. Our 17 year old, J., started vaping marijuana at the age of 15. He has been hospitalized with suicidal thoughts and severe self harm twice, and severe paranoia.… Read the rest
Top Ten Teen Toking Tip-Offs Part 9
How do you know if your child is acting like a normal teenager or if you’re seeing cannabis use? Here are ten true-or-false statements covering the most likely tip-offs that your teen is using marijuana.
TRUE or FALSE?
9. My teen is saying some strange things about his phone being bugged; this sudden paranoia can indicate marijuana use.… Read the rest
Top Ten Teen Toking Tip-Offs Part 8
How do you know if your child is acting like a normal teenager or if you’re seeing cannabis use? Here are ten true-or-false statements covering the most likely tip-offs that your teen is using marijuana.
TRUE or FALSE?
8. My teen seems to be anxious and depressed, but that’s just normal teen behavior, not a sign of marijuana use.… Read the rest
Traci — November 29, 2021
Hi Laura – I hope this email finds you and your family well.
It’s so hard to believe the holidays are upon us…..a busy time for all.
I just want you to know my son’s PROGRESS….yes, progress.
As I look at this word and associate it to him, I feel an overwhelming amount of gratitude.… Read the rest