Contrary to popular belief, people can become addicted to cannabis. Cannabis affects the brainu2019s reward system in the same way that other addictive drugs do and can lead to psychological and/or physical dependence. Studies have shown that about 1 in 11 people who use cannabis will become addicted and dependent. The risk for addiction increases to 1 in 6 if they started using as a teen. If a person smokes cannabis daily, the risk of addiction increases to 1 in 4. Cannabis use can also lead to addiction if it is continually used to cope with emotions. While some individuals choose to use cannabis as a means to cope with depression or anxiety, cannabis use can actually worsen these conditions and stunt the emotional and coping process. Frequent and intense use of cannabis are the two key factors that lead to long-term health problems. Youth are especially vulnerable to addiction because their brains are still developing until around the age of 25. Cannabis Use Disorder is also recognized as a Substance-Related and Addictive Disorder in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-IV).