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          FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology
          ·May 20, 2025·4 min read

          Body’s Own Cannabinoids May Help Control Trauma-Linked Fear

          A new study reveals that a natural cannabinoid in the body, 2-AG, plays a crucial role in regulating fear responses, particularly in individuals with PTSD and anxiety. Researchers found that lower levels of 2-AG in both mice and humans were linked to exaggerated or overgeneralized fear reactions to non-threatening stimuli. This suggests that 2-AG helps the brain distinguish real threats from harmless cues, acting as a natural filter for fear.
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          FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscience
          ·August 4, 2021·6 min read

          Marijuana-Like Brain Substance Calms Seizures but Increases After-Effects

          The release of 2-AG, a natural endocannabinoid that is suggested to be the brain's equivalent to THC, dampens down seizure activity but increases post-seizure oxygen deprivation in the brain.
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          FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology
          ·January 13, 2020·3 min read

          Study sheds light on link between cannabis, anxiety and stress

          A naturally occurring molecule produced by the brain activates endocannabinoid receptors, protecting against stress by reducing anxiety-producing connections between the amygdala and the prefrontal cortex. The findings may help explain why people turn to marijuana when they feel anxious or stressed.
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          AutismFeaturedNeuroscience
          ·February 9, 2018·4 min read

          Study Helps Map Signaling System in Brain Linked to ASD

          Vanderbilt researchers have mapped a signaling system in the brain that appears to be linked to autism.
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          FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience ArticlesPsychology
          ·March 29, 2017·4 min read

          Natural Chemical Helps Brain Adapt to Stress

          Researchers report deficiencies of natural cannabinoids could result in a predisposition for developing depression and PTSD. Boosting the system could help in treating stress related disorders.
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          FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology
          ·February 29, 2016·6 min read

          Sleep Loss Boosts Hunger and Unhealthy Food Choices

          A new study reports sleep loss enhances endocannabinoid levels, causing hunger and a stronger desire to indulge in snacking.
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          FeaturedGenetics
          ·January 13, 2016·5 min read

          Decreasing Nicotine Consumption by Flipping a Molecular ‘Switch’

          Researchers have discovered a lipid that may act as a 'switch' to increase or decrease the motivation to consume nicotine.
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