What Has Research on the Relationship Between Schizophrenia and Cannabis

question 30

Multiple Choice

What has research on the relationship between schizophrenia and cannabis demonstrated?

• A)Certain genes may act as vulnerability factors that interact with specific environmental pathogens and can lead to the development of schizophrenia.
• B)Cannabis use in youth is an established but weak risk factor for developing schizophrenia.
• C)If predisposed to psychosis, smoking cannabis can decrease symptoms.
• D)If smoking cannabis induces psychosis, we can use this as proof a marker for schizophrenia.

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