Key Findings:  There is a growing interest in medical cannabis for treating children and adolescents with developmental and behavioral problems. Current research is mostly observational and anecdotal, and further high-quality research is needed to ensure the safety and efficacy of such treatments.
Type of Study:  Meta-analysis
Study Result:  Positive
Research Location(s):  Australia
Year of Pub:  2021
Cannabinoids Studied:  Cannabidiol (CBD)
Phytocannabinoid Source:  Unspecified
Chemotype:  Chemotype III
Route of Administration:  Oral (Ingestion), Sublingual/Oromucosal
Citation:  Efron D. Potential therapeutic uses of cannabinoids to treat behavioural problems in children and adolescents with developmental disorders. Aust J Gen Pract. 2021; 50:352-355. doi: 10.31128/AJGP-01-21-5809
Authors:  Efron D