Over 18.9M Americans hit by Cannabis Disorder in '22. Explore the health impact in our Friday Fact.

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This is The Drug Report’s ([link removed]) Friday Fact report - Cannabis Use Disorder Up by 13.89% Since 2021
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Important Notice:

Although our original email stated data from 2020 onward changed the DSM criteria for addiction, we want to apologize for any confusion the graph may have caused.

Still, since the advent of legalization and "medical" marijuana, there has been an increase in cannabis use disorder, regardless of the definition change.

Today, 18.9 million Americans are estimated to have cannabis use disorder ([link removed]) . We prepared a new graph that illustrates the difference in the prevalence of cannabis use disorder in America between 2021 and 2022, the two years that can be compared with current data.

Report Highlights:

Cannabis Use Disorder (CUD) on the Rise:
* There has been a 13.89% increase in cannabis use disorder between 2021 and 2022 ([link removed]) , impacting millions of Americans.

High-Potency Marijuana and its Impact:
* Those who use high-potency marijuana are four times more likely to become addicted to it ([link removed]) . The landscape of marijuana consumption has evolved, and with these changes come evolving risks. High-potency products are amplifying concerns, including heightened paranoia, hallucinations, and lasting mental health deterioration. These effects are causing ripple effects that devastate families and communities, shedding light on the darker aspects of a growing epidemic.

Understanding CUD Prevalence and Demographics:
* Given the concerning link between high-potency marijuana and CUD, it's crucial to examine its prevalence and demographics.
* Recent National Survey on Drug Use and Health data ([link removed]) shows CUD's significant impact in the U.S.:
+ 8.0% of men and 5.5% of women aged 12 or older have CUD.
+ Communities of color are disproportionately affected, with rates of 11.0% among American Indians/Alaskan Natives, 8.9% among Native Hawaiians/Pacific Islanders, and 8.0% among Black individuals (compared to 6.4% for white individuals).
* In 2022, a staggering 18.98 million Americans (6.7% of those 12 and older) reported CUD ([link removed]) . To put it in perspective, 1 in 15 Americans over 12 had CUD that year.
* Notably, 1.31 million cases were among individuals aged 12 to 17 ([link removed]) . Understanding these nuanced dimensions of CUD, including its impact on race and gender, is vital in addressing evolving marijuana consumption and its risks.

Immediate Action Needed:
* Immediate action is crucial to stem this tide, safeguard mental wellness, and prevent a further healthcare system overload. Refer to this image ([link removed]) for a clearer picture of the crisis at hand. The evolving patterns emphasize the critical need for swift and deliberate action in addressing this issue.

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