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News-Medical Report: Teen Cannabis Use Linked to Structural Brain Changes
When we talk about recovery and prevention, we often focus on behavior, but the real story is happening deep within the architecture of the brain. According to a sweeping systematic review reported by News-Medical, researchers have found that the teenage years represent a "critical window" where cannabis use can fundamentally alter brain development and significantly raise the risk of addiction later in life.
The study, which looked at over 8,000 participants, highlights that because the adolescent brain is still under construction—specifically in the regions responsible for decision-making…
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