FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·January 13, 2020·3 min readStudy sheds light on link between cannabis, anxiety and stressA 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.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience ArticlesPain·March 27, 2020·4 min readStudy shows legal marijuana products too strong for pain reliefNinety percent of medical marijuana products offered at dispensaries are far stronger than recommended for chronic pain relief.Read More
AutismFeaturedNeuroscience·April 26, 2018·5 min readStudy to Explore Whether Cannabis Compound Eases Severe Autism SymptomsA new study aims to determine if the cannabis compound CBD can help to alleviate adverse symptoms associated with ASD.Read More
FeaturedNeurology·November 29, 2017·6 min readSynthetic Cannabis-Like Drug Reduces Sleep ApneaDronabinol, a drug that contains a synthetic version of the molecule tetrahydrocannabinol, appears to be both safe and effective in treating obstructive sleep apnea, a new study reports.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscience·May 13, 2021·3 min readTeam Tests Medical Marijuana as Possible Therapy for Chronic ItchA 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.Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·January 14, 2019·4 min readTeen Brain Volume Changes with Small Amount of Cannabis UseEven small amounts of cannabis use in teens can alter gray matter volume in the brain, a new study reports. Researchers report those exposed to cannabis had more gray matter volume in the amygdala and hippocampus, areas of the brain linked to emotional processes and memory development.Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·October 3, 2018·5 min readTeen Cannabis Use Not Without Risk to Cognitive DevelopmentA 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.Read More
FeaturedPsychology·February 14, 2019·5 min readTeen Cannabis Use Raises Depression Risk in Young AdultsA new study reports cannabis use in teens is associated with a higher risk of developing depression and anxiety as adults.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·April 1, 2020·4 min readTeen marijuana use boosts risk of adult insomniaOne-third of subjects who started using cannabis frequently before age 18 were more likely to report insomnia and short sleep duration as adults.Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·August 28, 2019·2 min readTeens are using a highly potent form of marijuanaMany teens are turning away from using traditional marijuana and are using marijuana concentrates. Marijuana concentrates increate the risk for addiction, psychosis, and cognitive impairment.Read More
FeaturedOpen Neuroscience ArticlesPsychology·November 19, 2018·4 min readTeens Increasingly Choosing Cannabis Over Tobacco and AlcoholA new study reports teen alcohol and tobacco use has significantly decline recently, with more choosing to use marijuana. Since 2006, researchers say, less than 50% of teens try cigarettes or alcohol before trying cannabis for the first time.Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePain·June 29, 2021·6 min readTHC May Mellow Cooking Pot Bound LobstersResearchers investigate whether vaporized THC, the psychoactive compound in cannabis, alters behaviors and pain responses in lobsters bound for the boiling pot.Read More
