Peters BD, de Koning P, Dingemans P, Becker H, Linszen DH, de Haan L
& Maticka-Tyndale, E
However, research shows that certain risk factors greatly increase the likelihood of developing psychosis [4]: Using high-THC cannabis concentrates or edibles frequently Beginning cannabis use during adolescence or early adulthood Having a family history of schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, or other psychotic disorders Combining cannabis with alcohol or other substances Experiencing chronic stress or trauma Even though cannabis is often viewed as harmless, its effects on the developing brain can be unpredictable and, for some, profoundly destabilizing
Rates of CAPS as observed here are comparable to rates of other drug-induced psychosis, such as alcohol-associated psychosis (around 0.40.7% [59]), while rates of stimulant-induced psychosis are likely to be somewhat higher [60]
Department of Health and Human Services [USDHHS], 2014, p