43% of young adults reported using marijuana in 2021. It's a fast-growing industry and people rave about the health benefits. But dispensaries are a business and aren't telling you everything. After a recent conversation with some friends, I realized how little the average teen/young adult knows about how marijuana impacts their brain. It's terrifying how many of us are causing brain damage without even knowing it. So here are a few facts to help you know what's going on when you use under the age of 24. It's time we take our health into our own hands. Browse the gallery to get some quick facts on the impact of marijuana on your brain.
To read more, check out these resources:
National Institute of Drug Abuse: https://nida.nih.gov/publications/research-reports/marijuana/what-are-marijuanas-long-term-effects-brain
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: https://www.cdc.gov/marijuana/health-effects/teens.html
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