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The largest US study to date on teen cannabis uses shows that cannabis use during adolescence may hinder cognitive improvement over time.

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A major US study of 11,000 teens finds cannabis use may slow brain development, affecting memory, focus, and thinking speed.

A major US study of 11,000 teens finds cannabis use may slow brain development, affecting memory, focus, and thinking speed.