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Frankly Speaking About Family Medicine

Frankly Speaking About Family Medicine

The Cannabis Conversation: Discussing the Risks with Adolescent Patients - Frankly Speaking Ep 496

Aug 3, 2026 · 14m

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Credits: 0.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ CME/CE Information and Claim Credit: https://www.pri-med.com/online-education/podcast/frankly-speaking-cme-496 Overview: Adolescents who use cannabis—especially at a younger age or higher frequency—face substantially elevated risks of mood and psychiatric disorders. Listen in to hear practical, evidence-based strategies for screening teens for substance use, counseling patients and families, and recognizing the significant risks associated with adolescent cannabis use. Episode resource links: Young-Wolff KC, Cortez CA, Alexeeff SE, et al. Adolescent Cannabis Use and Risk of Psychotic, Bipolar, Depressive, and Anxiety Disorders. JAMA Health Forum.…