MARIJUANA
Marijuana and hallucinogen use reported by young adults ages 19 to 30 increased significantly in 2021, reaching historic levels since 1988.
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Youth who use have poorer outcomes in school and future employment.
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Studies have also found they have poorer cognitive outcomes, higher risk of being involved in a vehicle crash, and increased risk of becoming addicted.
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Nicotine vaping increased significantly among young adults in 2021 despite leveling off in 2020. Marijuana vaping prevalence has doubled – from 6% in 2017 to 12% in 2021.
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About 8.74% of Delaware youths aged 12-17 reported using marijuana in the past month, according to a study in 2013-14.