Information and Resources
Marijuana/Substance Use and Risks
Marijuana/
Substance Use and Risks
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Dangers of Teens Using Marijuana
Information from the Loyola University Health System about increased marijuana use among teens and possible negative affects on their brains and mental health.
How to Find the Best Drug Treatment for Teens
A guide for parents from Time Magazine, highlighting the need for assessment, treatment and safety.
Marijuana Damages Young Brains
New York Times article highlighting the ways in which marijuana use affects brain development in young adults and arguing for a minimum age of 25 or older for users.
The Opioid Epidemic
How to recognize addiction and help a friend or loved one get treatment. From the Kennedy Forum, a national mental health advocacy organization