Types, strenghts and varieties of emotions: emotional education clues against cannabis smoking in youth

Abstract

The aim of this work is analysing cannabis consumption amongst youth. It explains this maladaptive phenomenon by exploring the differences between cannabis takers and non-takers to make clear what specific emotions are associated with cannabis. We demonstrate that cannabis relates to both pleasant and unpleasant emotions, but non-takers of cannabis actually exhibit a more intensively emotional state of mind, and even, in fact, display a broader variety of emotions. Finally, certain practical implications could improve emotional learning and education, as well as social marketing campaigns with emotional appeals. We also suggest future lines of research.