
(from ChicagoTribune)
Early pot use may spur depression
Several studies have found an association between marijuana use and increased risks of depression and anxiety disorders in children and teens.
Children and teenagers who smoke marijuana may have a somewhat heightened risk of developing depression, a new study suggests — though whether the drug itself is to blame is not clear. Several studies have found an association between marijuana use and increased risks of depression and anxiety disorders, but some others have failed to confirm such a link. Moreover, it has been unclear whether marijuana use, or some other factor, accounts for the connection. READ MORE
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