title: Cannabis in Papua New Guinea.
abstract: Cannabis is the most commonly used illicit drug in Papua New Guinea (PNG). Data on the epidemiology and history of cannabis in PNG are presented. The adverse health consequences of cannabis smoking and treatment options for cannabis dependence are discussed. It is recommended that a range of strategies are urgently required in PNG to prevent adverse physical and mental health consequences associated with cannabis smoking.
authors.affiliation: Queensland Alcohol and Drug Research and Education Centre, University of Queensland, Brisbane, Australia.
authors.forename: Benjamin
authors.initials: B
authors.lastname: Thomas
mesh_terms: D015928:Cognitive Behavioral Therapy; D049673:History, 20th Century; D006801:Humans; D002189:Marijuana Abuse / Q000150:complications / Q000453:epidemiology* / Q000266:history / Q000628:therapy; D010219:Papua New Guinea / Q000453:epidemiology