News-Medical.Net July 8, 2024
In a recent study published in JAMA Network Open, researchers investigate the association between concurrent use of tobacco and cannabis with mental health problems among teenagers in the United States.
Smoking habits in young Americans
Tobacco and cannabis use is prevalent among teenagers in the United States, with 7.3% and 6.4% reporting tobacco and cannabis use in the past 30 days, respectively, according to the 2022 National Survey on Drug Use and Health (NSDUH). Concurrent use, which was reported by 5.4% of individuals, exceeds exclusive use of either substance; however, these rates do not consider the use of newer products like electronic cigarettes and vaporized cannabis.
With the rising use of these products, updated data and further research are essential...
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