Specific Populations

Learn About Cannabis 5 Specific Populations

People at Risk for Problems 
Information about unique risks for problems related to cannabis use by adolescents, older adults, pregnant women, people with mental health disorders, and more. (ADAI, 2019)

Adolescents 
Impact of cannabis on adolescent memory, attention, and learning; school performance; problematic behaviors; mental health; and more. (ADAI, 2015)

Adult Consumers 
Frequently asked questions for adult cannabis users. (ADAI, 2014)

Seniors & Marijuana
Presentation about older adult/senior use of cannabis and how seniors can use more safely. (ADAI, 2019)

Hispanic & Latino Youth 
Historical context of cannabis and Latino/Hispanic youth, how culture impacts use, data and trends of use, and culturally informed treatment interventions. (ADAI, 6/2018)

Pregnant Women & Children 
Research report about cannabis’s impact on pregnant women and their children. (ADAI, 2016)

Parent’s Guide to Preventing Underage Marijuana Use 
Brochure for parents with information and tips on how to talk to their kids about cannabis. (Seattle Children’s, SDRG, 2017)

Sexual Risk Behaviors in Youth & Emerging Adults 
The science on how cannabis use can impact sexual risk behavior in youths. (ADAI, 2018)