This factsheet was developed by the YMCA Youth Cannabis Awareness Program.

HERE’S HOW THE AUTHORS DESCRIBE THIS FACTSHEET:

Research suggests that lecturing and use of scare tactics is less effective at preventing youth from using substances, and can increase stigma surrounding these subjects. This factsheet identifies reasons youth may choose to use, as well as signs of risky cannabis use and ideas on how to frame more open, youth-friendly, and honest conversations with a focus on positive youth development.