Understanding the trends with young drivers and cannabis use behind the wheel. (See below) Perceptions of the dangers behind THC-impaired driving are misaligned with the reality. Correcting the misperceptions will help save lives.
Cannabis impairs many of the skills needed to drive safely.
Researchers found that cannabis use impairs: memory, learning, perception, motor coordination, attention (divided attention), motor performance (reaction time and tracking), cognitive performance, decision making and impulse control.
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