University of Bristol

Academic Institute

Lindsey HinesGemma SawyerProfessor Laura Howe

B3798

Substance use represents a primary global burden of disease for young people (1) as it has been associated with a wide range of adverse outcomes. These include physical health outcomes, such as infectious diseases and chronic bronchitis, social outcomes, including lower educational attainment and criminal activity, as well as increased substance dependence, risk of overdose, and mental health issues (1). Mental health symptoms and disorders have previously been associated with increased cannabis use in adolescence, including depression, suicidality, anxiety (2), and psychosis (3) . However, substance use and mental health are both complex, multifaceted issues that are likely to be affected by a number of risk factors (3).

Contirbute to the evidence base on the relatinship between adoelscent cannabis use and metnal health; potentially highlight health inequalities in drug use consequences

01/06/2021