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Risks of Cannabis Legalization on Pediatric Populations - Coggle Diagram
Risks of Cannabis Legalization on Pediatric Populations
Accessibility to Cannabis
Increased Accidental Exposure
Children (<12 years old)
Increased Intentional Use
Adolescents (12-17 years old)
Increased Exposure of Adults/Other Adolescents Interacting with Substance
Increased Desire for Children/ to Mimic Adult Behaviour
Social Desirability for Adolescents to Engage in Behaviour
Acute Physical Health Risks (Cannabinoid Toxicity)
Dangerous/Worrysome Symptoms
Vomiting
Irritability
Ataxia
Decreased Consciousness/Coma
Tachycardia
Nausea
Extreme Lethargy
Breathing Difficulties
Seizures
Increased Emergency Department Visits
Increased use of Heathcare Resources
Diagnostic Tests
Hospital Stays
Increased need for Healthcare Professionals
Increased Healthcare Costs
Mental Health Risks
Increased Risk for Psychiatric Disorders
Depression
Anxiety/ Panic Disorders
Bipolar Disorder
Psychosis
Effects on Cognition
Decreased Visuospatial Processing
Decreased Attention
Decreased Memory
Decreased Processing Speed
Lessened Overall Intelligence
Increased Cannabis Use to Cope with Mental Health/Social Discontent