The Burden of Cannabis Use Disorder (CUD) Among Youth
Adopted 1/13/2022
Description: Youth cannabis use presents a significant health risk. Youth cannabis rates have been on the rise in Vermont and nationally.1
Policy Statement: The Vermont Public Health Association (VtPHA) supports significant and ongoing funding to uphold a comprehensive, evidence-supported system of cannabis use education, prevention, screening, intervention, treatment and recovery. There should be a focus on decreasing risk factors for cannabis use and increasing factors protective against youth cannabis use, cannabis misuse and associated mental and physical illnesses.
Supported Actions: VtPHA supports the actions and recommendations outlined by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)2. These actions include:
Potential Barriers:
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