Expert Insights: The Truth About Cannabis: Mental Health Risks, Addiction, and Misconceptions

As marijuana legalization expands, many assume cannabis is safe—but is it really? In this episode of Addiction Talk: Expert Insights, Dr. Gary Mitrevolis, Medical Director at Laguna Treatment Center, discusses the growing concerns around cannabis use. Learn about the mental health impacts, risk of addiction, rising THC levels, and the dangers of adolescent use. Dr. Mitrevolis also addresses the myth of "safe" edibles, potential laced products, withdrawal symptoms, and what treatment looks like for cannabis use disorder. Don't miss this essential conversation about one of today’s most misunderstood substances. Addiction Talk is brought to you by American Addiction Centers, a leading provider of addiction and mental health services. Addiction Talk is brought to you by American Addiction Centers. Looking for more addiction-related content?

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Expert Insights: The Truth About Cannabis: Mental Health Risks, Addiction, and Misconceptions is an episode from Addiction Talk by American Addiction Centers .

This episode is 28:02 long.

This episode was published on Jun 10, 2025.

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