Comorbid Cannabis Misuse in Psychotic Disorders: Treatment Strategies
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INTRODUCTION Is marijuana dangerous? With an estimated 150 million people worldwide smoking or eating marijuana leaves annually,1 the question is pertinent. Marijuana is perceived as an innocuous drug in many circles due to its association with cultural and religious rituals, and with the fact that unlike alcohol, cocaine, or heroin, it rarely brings individuComorbid Cannabis Misuse in Psychotic Disorders: Treatment Strategies
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