In Response to “Concerns Regarding Masataka et al.'s ‘Revisiting the Gateway Drug Hypothesis for Cannabis’”
Abstract
We clarify Dr. Narita's concerns by replacing subjective wording with data-based statements, emphasizing the descriptive-not causal-nature of our analysis, and noting that logistic regression was exploratory. Our findings show both progression and non-progression pathways, indicating no single dominant gateway pattern among Japanese cannabis users.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Cannabis and Cannabinoid Research
Substance Abuse Treatment and Outcomes
Forensic Toxicology and Drug Analysis
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Neuropsychopharmacology Reports
- Volume
- 46
- Issue
- 1
- Pages
- e70093–e70093
- Publication date
- 11 February 2026
- Language
- EN