Let's clear the air about marijuana.
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Misconception: Most teens use marijuana.
Only 10% of Utah teens report that they've tried marijuana and only 5% report that they use it regularly. The truth is that most teens don't use marijuana.
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Misconception: Marijuana isn't harmful because it's a medical treatment.
While marijuana can be used as a medical treatment, that doesn't mean it's safe for everyone to use. Like all prescription medication, it should never be used without a medical provider's supervision. Multiple studies show that using marijuana can negatively affect teen brain development.
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Misconception: Marijuana isn't addictive.
Research shows that teens who start using marijuana are at a higher risk of developing cannabis use disorder—a substance use disorder where the person can't stop using marijuana, even if it causes stress or health problems.
