We have evidence suggesting that cannabis use, primarily THC in cannabis, in genetically predisposed or at-risk populations, leads to earlier diagnosis of psychosis/schizophrenia. This tells us that THC in cannabis has a small causative effect on schizophrenia.

Apr 29, 2022 · Cannabis use can alter the typical age and onset of schizophrenia symptoms. Cannabis-induced psychosis can eventually convert to clinical schizophrenia. Individuals living with psychotic...

May 4, 2023 · Young men with cannabis (marijuana) use disorder have an increased risk of developing schizophrenia, according to a study led by researchers at the Mental Health Services in the Capital Region of Denmark and the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) at the National Institutes of Health.

Sep 17, 2024 · One analysis of several studies found that marijuana, also called cannabis, is one of the most commonly abused substances among people with schizophrenia. Young people with the...

Jul 12, 2022 · This article looks at the link between cannabis use and schizophrenia symptoms. It also outlines the treatment options and explains when to contact a doctor.

The evidence for an association between cannabis use and schizophrenia is compelling, as is the evidence that THC and synthetic cannabinoids can provoke symptoms of schizophrenia in healthy subjects and exacerbate symptoms in patients with schizophrenia.

Jul 21, 2020 · From the current data, we can conclude that the tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) component of cannabis can be the main culprit causing psychosis and schizophrenia in the at-risk population. THC can also be the one exacerbating symptoms and causing an adverse prognosis in already diagnosed patients.

Schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, lifetime cannabis use, and cannabis use disorder are partly heritable (heritability range 0·50–0·80), 10–12 and emerging evidence suggests a shared genetic component increases risk of psychotic disorders and cannabis use.

We briefly explore the clinical and public health implications of the most plausible hypothesis, that cannabis use precipitates schizophrenia in persons who are vulnerable because of a personal or family history of schizophrenia.

Apr 15, 2020 · Research indicates that cannabis use is associated with an increased risk of developing schizophrenia, but it’s not clear if cannabis causes the condition.