Abstract
Frequent cannabis use among Black adolescents has increased disproportionately during the last decade, but little is known about the norms and mechanisms underlying cannabis use among Black adolescents, as Euro-centric models often disregard race-related factors. To address this gap, qualitative interviews were conducted with Black adolescents ages 14–19 reporting current cannabis use (N = 7; 57% male). Six themes were identified regarding the norms and experiences shaping primary socialization to cannabis use among Black adolescents. Findings highlight the importance of perceived parental permissiveness and environmental availability in shaping cannabis norms and point to potential mechanisms of cannabis-related socialization among Black adolescents.
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