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Published on: August 1, 2025
Beyond the Bud: Emerging Methods of Cannabis Consumption for Youth
Cara A Struble1, Jennifer D Ellis1, Leslie H Lundahl2
1Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Neurosciences, Substance Abuse Research Division, Wayne State University, 3901 Chrysler Service Drive, Suite 2A, Detroit, MI 48201, USA; Department of Psychology, Wayne State University, 5057 Woodward Avenue, 7th Floor, Detroit, MI 48202, USA.
Abstract:
Cannabis continues to be the most widely used illicit substance among youth, as many teens view the risks of cannabis consumption to be low. With cannabis laws becoming lax and dispensaries becoming more prevalent throughout the United States, highly concentrated Δ-9-tetrahydrocannibinol (THC) is becoming readily available. This article examines the available literature on consumption of concentrated THC, focusing on potential consequences of concentrate use among youth. Various methods for consuming concentrated THC, including ingestion of edibles, vaping, and dabbing, are discussed, along with associated risks of each consumption method. Recommendations for health professionals are provided.
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