Suicide attempts among U.S. adults are on the rise, with a disproportional effect on younger, SE disadvantaged adults with a history of mental disorders.
This American pattern on drug policy, with harsh penalties for some and sympathetic treatment for others, thus has a long history, writes Dr. Carl Hart.
“... certain personality traits and the presence of other psychiatric disorders may confer added risk to a range of other problems, like criminal activity,” said Dr. Deborah Glasofer.
“If you increase the prevalence of marijuana users, you are going to increase the prevalence of people who have adverse consequences,” said Dr. Deborah Hasin.
