Coverage dated September 28, 2026

One in nine older adults who use cannabis may meet criteria for cannabis use disorder

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Cannabis use is becoming increasingly common among older adults in the United States, but less is known about how often it becomes problematic in this population.

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One in nine older adults who use cannabis may meet criteria for cannabis use disorder (opens MedicalXpress)
Published Sep 28, 2026
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Cannabis use is becoming increasingly common among older adults in the United States, but less is known about how often it becomes problematic in this population.
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New study finds high rate of cannabis use disorder among adults over 65 (opens GBH News)
Published Sep 28, 2026
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Massachusetts addiction specialists say that the legalization of recreational cannabis is causing more senior citizens to use it, but that a repeal of legal marijuana may not be the answer.