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Teen Cannabis Treatment Delays Surge | Seattle News
Teen cannabis use disorder treatment delays are worsening, with nearly 34% of young patients in 2022 facing waits of days to months—up from a previous downward trend. Analysis of 124,000 teen admissions between 2012 and 2022 reveals that while overall cannabis use hasn’t spiked, more teens are developing disorders requiring care, and access is becoming harder. Factors include pandemic disruptions and rising demand, with boys and younger teens (ages 12–14) hit hardest. Experts urge coordinated healthcare efforts, including early screening in schools and clinics, to ensure timely intervention…
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