Cannabinoids and Mental Health Risks

Recreational cannabis use has been associated with the development of psychosis; as such, there are numerous biopsychosocial risks and vulnerabilities to consider. The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual 5th Edition (DSM-5) has set out a specific set of criteria for cannabis-induced psychotic disorder and other cannabis-induced psychiatric conditions, including anxiety and sleep disorders. These conditions, along with intrinsic and extrinsic patient vulnerabilities, underlay the risk of developing psychosis associated with cannabis use and misuse.