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About 3 in 10 people who use cannabis develop a cannabis use disorder. The risk is higher for those who start using as teens and use cannabis more frequently.

Using cannabis directly affects the parts of the brain responsible for memory, learning, attention, decision-making, coordination, emotions, and reaction time.

According to the 2023 Youth Risk Behavior Survey, nearly 29% of Nevada high school students reported ever using cannabis.

Cannabis use can result in long-term physical and mental health issues, which may include:

Substance Use Disorder: This can develop into an addiction in severe cases.
Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome: A condition characterized by severe nausea and vomiting.
Mental Health Risks: Increased risk of psychosis or schizophrenia in some users.
Respiratory Problems: Higher risk of cough, chronic bronchitis, pneumonia, and other lung illnesses.
Youth Brain Development Issues: Potential negative effects on brain development in adolescents.
Increased Risk of Other Substance Use Disorders: Higher likelihood of developing additional substance use disorders.

For more information about cannabis, explore the following resources:

American Addiction Centers Britannica: Cannabis CDC National Institute on Drug Abuse Nevada Cannabis Compliance Board Nevada State Cannabis Partnership to End Addiction SAMHSA Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome (CHS)

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