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·February 11, 2020·3 min read

Cannabis increases susceptibility to false memory

In comparison to a placebo group, test subjects exposed to marijuana were more likely to form false memories based on incorrect information.

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·March 9, 2017·4 min read

Cannabis Use in People With Epilepsy Revealed

A new study reports more and more people are turning to the help of cannabis to help control their epilepsy when conventional medication's side effect are intolerable and their seizures remain uncontrolled.

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·January 11, 2017·2 min read

More Older Americans Using Cannabis

A new study reports that more adults over the age of 50 are using cannabis than ever before and the rate of use in this age group is outpacing all other age groups. The paper considers changing attitudes based on law and health needs for the growth in use.

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·January 26, 2023·6 min read

Legalizing Recreational Cannabis Does Not Increase Substance Abuse

State-level legalization of recreational cannabis does not increase substance use disorder or encourage the use of other illicit drugs, a new study of twins reveals. Additionally, legalized recreational cannabis can reduce alcohol consumption.

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·October 3, 2018·5 min read

Teen Cannabis Use Not Without Risk to Cognitive Development

A new study reports the lasting effects of teen cannabis use can be observed on important cognitive function and appears to have a more pronounced effect than alcohol use on neurodevelopment.

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·January 23, 2019·4 min read

Cannabis Use Disorder More Prevalent in Conservative States

Researchers report young adults who live in states with liberal policies are more likely to have used cannabis within the last year than those living in more conservative states. However, the rate of cannabis use disorder is increased in states with more conservative policies.

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·May 13, 2021·3 min read

Team Tests Medical Marijuana as Possible Therapy for Chronic Itch

A new case study reveals medical marijuana may provide rapid relief for sufferers of chronic itch. Researchers say THC attaches itself to brain receptors that influence the nervous system. This reduces inflammation and nervous system activity, leading to a reduction in itch sensation.

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·February 27, 2018·3 min read

Cannabis Compound Reduces Seizures

A new study reveals CBD oil may help to reduce, or even eliminate seizures, in those with epilepsy.

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·January 2, 2019·4 min read

Increased Risk of Harm From Cannabis Across Europe

A new study reveals the potency of THC in both herbal cannabis and cannabis resin has increased significantly in Europe since 2006.

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·April 9, 2019·3 min read

Curbing Morning Sickness with Cannabis May Lead to Behavioral and Memory Problems in Children

The use of cannabis to curb the symptoms of morning sickness has been linked to behavioral and memory deficits in children. In utero exposure to marijuana alters neural networks in the developing hippocampus, an area of the brain implicated in memory and learning.

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·July 31, 2019·2 min read

Expectant mothers can mitigate the impact of marijuana on baby’s brain development

Maternal cannabis negatively impacts fetal brain development at an early stage of pregnancy than was previously believed. However, increasing choline consumption, either through diet or supplementation, could help protect the developing brain from potential harm.