Fetal Development and Cannabis

Fetal Cannabis Syndrome is a growing issue amongst pregnant women, gaining more and more attention with the legalisation of cannabis becoming increasingly common globally. This book aims to introduce the subject for those looking to learn and covers the risks Fetal Cannabis Syndrome plays on infants. An analysis of both physical and socio-political dimensions of Cannabis is unpacked including: Cannabis Interactions with the Fetal Brain development, Fetal Cannabis Syndrome’s Similarities to Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder, Debating whether Fetal Cannabis Syndrome affects the entire body or just the nervous system, History of Cannabis Legalisation in Canada and Uruguay, and Exploring the impact of cannabis legalisation Fetal Cannabis Syndrome, COVID and Increased Cannabis Use, and Prevention: Investigating whether there is any way to prevent Fetal Cannabis Syndrome and the importance of not using cannabis during pregnancy. This book is a holistic read on Fetal Cannabis Syndrome and provides an excellent introduction to the topic.