Risks of Cannabis Use
Experts warn that smoking cannabis may cause long-term mental health issues.
New Health Warnings
Canada now requires new warning labels on all cannabis products. These labels note risks of paranoia, psychosis, and schizophrenia. Users under age 25 face the highest risks. Vendors must update their packaging by March 2026.
Rising Hospital Visits
Dr. Daniel Myran studied emergency room trends in Ontario. He found a 220 percent increase in visits for cannabis-induced psychosis. Also, nearly 28 percent of these patients developed anxiety disorders later. This typically happened within three years of the first visit.
High Potency Concerns
Modern cannabis plants often contain much higher THC levels. Natural plants once had only one to two percent THC. Now, modified plants often contain 20 percent THC or more. This high strength can trigger a permanent psychotic breakdown.
Personal Accounts
One user shared their story on Reddit about smoking at age 15.
“I became psycothic and later was diagnosed at 19 with schizoaffective disorder” Another person confirmed the link between weed and mental breaks. “I am a schizophrenic and I can confirm that smoking weed will cause a psychotic break for the majority of us.”
Government Research
President Donald Trump moved cannabis to a Schedule III drug. This change allows for more medical research on the drug. However, he still acknowledges the need for further study.
“Because a lot of people want to see it, the reclassification, because it leads to tremendous amounts of research that can’t be done unless you reclassify,”