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·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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·December 9, 2019·3 min read

Increased cannabis use in individuals with depression

Cannabis use in those with depression has almost doubled since 2017, a new study reports.

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·November 5, 2019·3 min read

CBD and THC use during early pregnancy can disrupt fetal development

Brain and fetal development damage caused by exposure to CBD and THC are very similar defects seen in fetal alcohol syndrome.

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·November 4, 2019·6 min read

Some CBD products may yield cannabis-positive urine drug tests

Pure CBD products will not cause a positive drug test, but low-THC/high-CBD products may trigger a positive drug test for some users.

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·October 15, 2019·3 min read

Researchers discover potential therapy to treat detrimental effects of marijuana

Prenatal exposure to THC makes dopamine neurons hyperactive and increases the sensitivity to the behavioral effects of the compound during pre-adolescence. This may increase the risk of developing schizophrenia later in life. However, treatment with pregnenolone, a drug under clinical trials for ASD, cannabis use disorder, and schizophrenia, appears to correct the brain abnormalities and behavioral problems associated with prenatal cannabis exposure.

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·October 14, 2019·3 min read

Introduce standard units for cannabis to improve mental health

Introducing and prescribing standard units for cannabis, which make people aware of the concentrations of THC in the product, could help improve mental health treatments and outcomes.

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·September 6, 2019·3 min read

Mom’s marijuana use may impair baby’s memory into adolescence

Many pregnant women are turning to marijuana to help curb morning sickness during early pregnancy. A new study reports maternal marijuana use may be detrimental to the brain development of children. Exposure to THC in utero can cause learning and memory problems in children that may continue through adolescence.

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·August 28, 2019·2 min read

Teens are using a highly potent form of marijuana

Many teens are turning away from using traditional marijuana and are using marijuana concentrates. Marijuana concentrates increate the risk for addiction, psychosis, and cognitive impairment.

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·August 26, 2019·3 min read

Skyrocketing interest in marijuana and cannabinoids for pain

37% of Millenials and 25% of Gen Xers say they have used cannabinoids to help relieve pain.

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·August 21, 2019·5 min read

Cannabis flower is an effective mid-level analgesic medication for pain

People who used while dried cannabis flowers or cannabis with higher levels of THC had the greatest analgesic response to pain. Those who used CBD reported lower levels of pain relief.

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·August 9, 2019·4 min read

Health effects of eating marijuana is subject of a new study

Mice exposed to dough containing THC were less active and had lower body temperature after consumption. The effects were more pronounced in males than females.