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·November 25, 2024·3 min read

Can Cannabis Help ADHD?

Researchers are investigating how cannabis affects ADHD symptoms, focusing on its interactions with the body's endocannabinoid system. Evidence suggests cannabis influences attention, hyperactivity, and anxiety, but the findings are limited due to legal restrictions and the complexity of ADHD presentations.

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·August 30, 2023·5 min read

Marijuana Users Found to Have Elevated Lead Levels

Researchers found marijuana users have significantly higher levels of metals like lead and cadmium in their blood and urine. The study, which is one of the largest of its kind, analyzed data from over 7,000 participants in the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey.

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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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·January 6, 2023·4 min read

Nearly 1/3 of People With Chronic Pain Turn to Cannabis

Study reveals almost one-third of chronic pain patients use cannabis to help manage their symptoms.

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·December 5, 2022·3 min read

Young People Are Ditching Alcohol for Marijuana

Since 2000, marijuana use in young adults has increased by 245%, while alcohol use in adolescents has seen a steady decline.

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·October 23, 2022·2 min read

Cannabis Use Increases Pain After Surgery

Cannabis users experienced 14% more pain in the first 24 hours following surgery than non-cannabis users. Additionally, cannabis users consumed 7% more opioids post surgery.

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·June 6, 2022·6 min read

Cannabis-Related Products Demonstrate Short-Term Reduction in Chronic Pain

Cannabis products and synthetic, medical cannabis can help to relieve neuropathic pain, a new study reports.

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·June 6, 2022·4 min read

Cannabis Users Can Misperceive How Well Their Romantic Relationships Are Functioning

Cannabis users are less aware of unhealthy behaviors they exhibit, including using demands, criticisms, and being avoidant, when in a relationship conflict.

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·May 22, 2022·2 min read

Cannabis Users Require More Sedation for Endoscopy

Cannabis users undergoing gastric endoscopy procedures generally require more sedation than non-cannabis users, researchers report.

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·April 20, 2022·6 min read

The Challenges of Studying Marijuana’s Effects on the Heart and Brain

Researchers identify problem areas they face in studying the effects of cannabis on the brain and heart function.

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·April 18, 2022·3 min read

Recreational Marijuana Access Reduces Demand for Prescription Drugs

Legalized marijuana for recreational use reduces the demand for prescription medications, a new study reveals. Researchers found the volume of medical prescriptions for pain, sleep disorders, anxiety, and some neurological conditions declined significantly when recreational marijuana was legalized.