Cannabis and Young People: Reviewing the Evidence

by Richard Jenkins

Cannabis is at the centre of ongoing controversial and often confused debate. Opinions on its potential impact on health are sharply divided: some argue that it poses serious risks to mental health and that adolescent use may lead to psychotic illness in young adulthood, or that it acts as a gateway to hard drugs such as cocaine or opiates. Conversely, others point to alcohol or tobacco being far more harmful yet entirely legal.

Cannabis...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1843103982
• ISBN13: 9781843103981
• Release Date: December 2005
• Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Publishers
• Length: 112 Pages
• Weight: 0.40 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.1" x 9.1"