"Rising Teen Use of Delta-8 THC Raises Public Health Concerns"
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A study funded by the National Institutes of Health found that approximately 11% of 12th-grade students in the US reported past-year use of delta-8-tetrahydrocannabinol (delta-8-THC), with higher usage in states without existing delta-8 regulations or cannabis legalization. The psychoactive substance, derived from hemp, is increasingly accessible to teens, with close to 91% of delta-8 users also reporting marijuana use. The study highlights the need for continued surveillance and public health efforts to inform and protect youth and parents, as well as the importance of educating young people about potential risks associated with cannabis products.
- Delta-8-THC use reported by 11% of 12th graders in 2023 National Institutes of Health (NIH) (.gov)
- A significant number of US 12th-graders report using delta-8 products, study says, and it may be a public health concern CNN
- Teen usage of delta-8 THC, a legal marijuana alternative, is rising NBC News
- Officials alarmed by teen usage of delta-8 The Hill
- Teen Use Of Delta-8 THC Is Higher In States Without Legal Marijuana, New Study Published By American Medical Association Finds Marijuana Moment
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