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26 Oct 25 Interview
Cannabis isn’t safe for young brains, UK’s top psychiatrist warns parents
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Dr Shubulade Smith
CBE, MBBS, FRSM, MD, FRCPsych
"Research, published last year, shows adolescents who used it were 11 times more likely to have a psychotic episode as an adult.
However, many parents still see it as relatively safe, Dr Smith warned, calling on the government to do more to educate parents and young people.
'We've not got the public health message right,' she said. 'We know that cannabis is not a safe option.'"
You can read the full interview here.