Valiant Recovery Announces Major Increase in Cannabis-Induced Psychosis & Paranoia in Canada Following Legalization
OTTAWA, Ontario — Valiant Behavioural Health, one of Canada’s leading addiction and mental health treatment providers, has announced a major increase in cases of serious mental health issues related to cannabis use since the government legalized the plant in October of 2018. Based on an Internal census of intake calls and client admits with Valiant Recovery, there has been a significant increase in the number of patients who have been referred for mental health treatment services due to cannabis-induced psychosis and paranoia. In particular, this information found that in the five years following the legalization of cannabis, cases of psychosis and paranoia have more than doubled. The findings suggest that the mental health effects of cannabis use may be more severe and long-term than previously thought. “This shines a light on the need for awareness, education and treatment surrounding cannabis use and mental health,” said Royce Dockrill CEO at Valiant Recovery. “We’re seeing m...