PRIMARY STUDY

Brief Report: Suspected Cannabis-Induced Mania and Psychosis in Young Adult Males with Autism Spectrum Disorder

Key Findings:  This case study reviews three individuals with autism spectrum disorder who developed psycosis or mania after prolonged use of cannabis, specifically delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and cannabidiol (CBD), and offers caution in the use of cannabis in this population.

Type of Study:  Meta-analysis

Study Sample Size:  3

Study Result:  Negative

Study Location(s):  Jordan, United States

Year of Pub:  2021


Cannabinoids Studied:  Cannabidiol (CBD), Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC)

Phytocannabinoid Source:  Unspecified