Medical cannabis (MC) is gaining recognition as a treatment option in healthcare and yet, it still lags behind in the area of mental health. This inquiry examines the lived experience of people aged 18 to 25, living with anxiety, with an objective of examining their attitude towards MC as a treatment option for anxiety. The inquiry extends further to examine the participants understanding of MC and their concerns about accessing it is a treatment for anxiety. A link to an electronic survey consisting of 22 questions was posted on social media. The 135 responses received indicated that there is significant interest in MC as a treatment option for anxiety. The greatest barriers experienced by participants were side effect concerns that related more directly to recreational cannabis (RC) and stigma related more directly to RC. The results indicate that there is a lack of understanding and education regarding the differences between MC and RC. Based on the results of this survey, it is recommended that the general public, including healthcare professionals, need extensive education on the possible benefits and risks of MC and how they differ from RC.
