Is it true that cannabis is stronger now than it was years ago?

Yes. The way cannabis plants are grown has changed over the past few decades. Plants now contain higher amounts of tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), the active ingredient in cannabis. The higher the THC content, the stronger the effects on your brain and behavior. Newer methods of using cannabis like dabbing, vaping, and eating edibles may also result in you taking in higher levels of THC.

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1. Is it true that cannabis is stronger now than it was years ago?
2. What should I know about consuming edibles safely?
3. What should I do to keep children and pets safe?
4. Is it possible to overdose on cannabis?
5. Can secondhand cannabis smoke affect nonsmokers and children?
6. Will cannabis affect my driving?
7. Can I use cannabis?
8. What about medical cannabis use?