Can cannabis treat mental health conditions? The data isn't there yet

NPR | By Will Stone

Published March 17, 2026 at 3:33 PM CDT

Many people say they use cannabis for their mental health, but researchers find there is little to no evidence that cannabis can be beneficial for any psychiatric condition.

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