FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·January 23, 2019·4 min readCannabis Use Disorder More Prevalent in Conservative StatesResearchers 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.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
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience ArticlesPsychology·January 8, 2019·4 min readCannabis Exposure and Stress in Adolescence Can Lead to Anxiety Disorders in AdultsA new study reports exposure to cannabis and stress during the teenage years may result in an increased risk of developing anxiety disorders later in life.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience ArticlesPsychology·January 2, 2019·4 min readIncreased Risk of Harm From Cannabis Across EuropeA new study reveals the potency of THC in both herbal cannabis and cannabis resin has increased significantly in Europe since 2006.Read More
FeaturedGeneticsNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·December 19, 2018·5 min readCannabis Exposure Alters Genetic Profile of SpermTHC exposure targets genes in two major cellular pathways and alters DNA methylation, a new study reports. Researchers say that wile cannabis triggers structural and regulatory changes in the DNA of users' sperm, they do not know yet whether the changes are passed down to the offspring and what effects that could have.Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·December 17, 2018·3 min readHigher Average Potency Cannabis Increases Risk for First Disorder SymptomSince 1993, THC potency in cannabis has increased from 3.5% to 12.3%. Researchers report those who first used cannabis in the early 90s had a 1.88% increased risk of developing cannabis use disorder, while those who started on higher potency THC marijuana are at a 4.85% increased risk.Read More
FeaturedGeneticsNeuroscience·December 17, 2018·7 min readHow Marijuana May Damage the Teen Brain: Mouse StudyA new study reveals how marijuana can impede brain development and contribute to increased risks of mental health problems in teens with the DISC1 gene.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·December 7, 2018·5 min readCannabis Withdrawal Eased For Dependent UsersResearchers report a new drug can help to reduce symptoms of cannabis withdrawal for those with cannabis use disorder.Read More
FeaturedGeneticsNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·November 27, 2018·5 min readHow Ancient Virus Got Cannabis HighResearchers provide the first cannabis chromosome map, revealing ancient viruses contributed to the evolution of marijuana.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
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscience·November 12, 2018·2 min readCannabis Compound THC May Improve Memory in Alzheimer’sResearchers say THC can impair or improve memory depending on age and disease. Findings suggest, in Alzheimer's disease, the cannabis compound can help improve memory and mitigate some of the symptoms of the disease.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·November 7, 2018·2 min readAdolescent Cannabis Use Alters Development of Planning and Self Control Brain AreasResearchers report adolescent cannabis use alters the structural development of the prefrontal cortex, an area of the brain that helps control higher cognitive functions.Read More
