Uploaded April 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Dr. Keith Humphreys and Dr. Andrew Huberman discuss the risks of modern high-potency cannabis, explaining how increased THC levels and daily use elevate the likelihood of psychosis and hinder life progression in young adults.
Dr. Keith Humphreys is a professor of psychiatry and behavioral sciences at Stanford School of Medicine and a leading expert on treating addictions, drug laws and policy. Dr. Andrew Huberman is a tenured professor of neurobiology and ophthalmology at Stanford University School of Medicine and host of the Huberman Lab podcast.
Watch the full episode: youtu.be/t6RCTP4fc9Q?si=lzOi5Linjp1Fycxf
Show notes: go.hubermanlab.com/Ir6zQnv
*Timestamps*
00:00 Cannabis Legalization
00:48 Old vs. New Cannabis
02:45 Medical Applications & Risks
04:29 Edibles vs. Smoked Cannabis
06:50 Psychosis & Mental Health Concerns
09:36 Impact on Life Progression & Motivation
13:51 Policy Implications
Disclaimer & Disclosures: hubermanlab.com/disclaimer
Dr. Keith Humphreys and Dr. Andrew Huberman discuss the risks of modern high-potency cannabis, explaining how increased THC levels and daily use elevate the likelihood of psychosis and hinder life progression in young adults.
Dr. Keith Humphreys is a professor of psychiatry and behavioral sciences at Stanford School of Medicine and a leading expert on treating addictions, drug laws and policy. Dr. Andrew Huberman is a tenured professor of neurobiology and ophthalmology at Stanford University School of Medicine and host of the Huberman Lab podcast.
Watch the full episode: youtu.be/t6RCTP4fc9Q?si=lzOi5Linjp1Fycxf
Show notes: go.hubermanlab.com/Ir6zQnv
*Timestamps*
00:00 Cannabis Legalization
00:48 Old vs. New Cannabis
02:45 Medical Applications & Risks
04:29 Edibles vs. Smoked Cannabis
06:50 Psychosis & Mental Health Concerns
09:36 Impact on Life Progression & Motivation
13:51 Policy Implications
Disclaimer & Disclosures: hubermanlab.com/disclaimer










