Teens’ view of pot changed in one state after legalization
(This version of the Dec 27 story clarifies quote in 3rd paragraph to say there has been a decreased perception of risk of marijuana use.) By Andrew M. Seaman Reuters – After marijuana was legalized for adults in the U.S. state of Washington, younger teens there perceived it to be less harmful and reported using it more, a new study found. Chronic use of marijuana may be tied to negative outcomes, such as psychosis and poor financial status. Cerda's team reports that since 1996, 28 states and Washington D.C. have legalized marijuana for medical purposes, and Colorado and Washington state legalized it for recreational purposes in 2012.
