Self-medicating on cannabis may increase paranoia risk

PEOPLE who start smoking cannabis to combat pain, anxiety or depression are at a higher risk of paranoia than those who use it for fun, a study says.

- BY STORM NEWTON

Self-medicating users also consume more THC, the psychoactive part of cannabis. A survey of 3,389 current and ex-cannabis users found the average use was 206 units of THC a week - 10 t