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Who would try (or use more) cannabis if it were legal?

Donald WeatherburnShane DarkeEmma ZahraMichael Farrell
Published in: Drug and alcohol review (2021)
Decriminalisation of cannabis use is likely to result in an increase in consumption of the drug among young people with mental health problems. If cannabis use is decriminalised, Australian State and Territory Governments should make provision for a possible increase in demand for drug treatment and for public education on the risks associated with frequent/prolonged cannabis use.
Keyphrases
  • mental health
  • healthcare
  • mental illness
  • adverse drug
  • palliative care
  • quality improvement
  • emergency department
  • middle aged
  • combination therapy
  • risk assessment