Sex Differences in the Association Between Cannabis Use and SuicidalIdeation and Attempts Depression and Psychological Distress AmongCanadians

摘要

Background:Depression, anxiety, and substance use disorders are leading causes of morbidity worldwide. The most commonly used illicit substance is cannabis and there is some evidence that the association between cannabis use and poor mental health is more pronounced among females compared with males. This analysis examines sex differences in the association between cannabis use and major depressive episode (MDE), suicidal thoughts and attempts, and psychological distress.