A Qualitative Study of Cannabis Use and Family Dynamics Among Youth in Early Psychosis Programs

Most participants reported cannabis contributed to tension and conflicts with parents due to risk for exacerbating psychosis, though some family members enabled use through role modeling, approval, and intra-family consumption. Some noted positive effects of consumption on bonding and closeness. Research is needed to understand how parents can support their child's recovery after cannabis-related psychosis, and prevalence and contributing factors behind intra-family consumption.