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	Podcast:		Association for Child and Adolescent Mental Health (ACAMH)
	Episode:		S4 Ep8: Mind the Kids: Cannabis - Context is everything
	Category:		Science & Medicine
	Duration:		00:42:36
	Publish Date:		2026-01-07 07:00:00
	Description:		This episode of “Mind the Kids” offers a deeply nuanced discussion on cannabis use and abuse within family contexts and among adolescents. Hosted by *Dr. Jane Gilmour* and *Professor Umar Toseeb, it features expert guests Professor Shelby Steuart* and *Victoria Bethel, who unpack the complexities of medical versus recreational cannabis, the evolving legal landscape in the US, and associated risks—especially for young people. The conversation explores how legalization affects availability and accidental exposures, the potency of cannabis products, and the challenges of regulation and safety. Listeners hear about the social and environmental factors influencing adolescent behavior, the balance of risks and potential benefits, and practical insights into harm reduction. Importantly, the episode emphasizes the need for data-led, non-judgmental approaches to understanding and responding to cannabis use among youth in a changing policy environment. It provides valuable takeaways for academics, clinicians, parents, and policymakers interested in child and adolescent mental health within the context of evolving cannabis laws. More information* Cannabis and pediatric cannabis exposure – evidence from America's Poison Centers Shelby R. Steuart, Victoria Bethel, W. David Bradford https://doi.org/10.1111/jcpp.70058
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