FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·September 23, 2017·4 min readBreaking Memory Circuits With MarijuanaNew research reveals the dynamics of neural circuits under the influence of cannabinoids.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience ArticlesPsychology·September 12, 2017·4 min readResearchers Reverse Negative Effects of Adolescent Marijuana UseResearchers were able to reverse the neural and behavioral effects of THC exposure and eliminate schizophrenia like symptoms in rats by using drugs to activate GABA, a new study reports.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscience·July 19, 2017·4 min readOmega-3 Fatty Acids Fight Inflammation via CannabinoidsA new study in PNAS reveals how the body converts omega 3 fatty acids into endocannabinoids, which can have anti-inflammatory effects.Read More
FeaturedPsychology·July 17, 2017·3 min readDepression in Young Teens Linked to Cannabis Use at 18According to researchers, young teens who suffer from chronic or severe forms of depression are at an increased risk of developing problems with cannabis by the age of 18.Read More
FeaturedPsychology·July 5, 2017·5 min readMarijuana Can Increase a Teenager’s Risk of PsychosisAccording to researchers, teens who frequently use marijuana have a 159% increased risk of developing recurrent psychotic-like experiences. The new study also reflects on the effects of cannabis use with cognitive development.Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·June 4, 2017·5 min readLow Dose THC Can Relieve Stress But More Does Just the OppositeA new study reports low doses of THC can help to lower social anxiety and stress, while higher levels can increase anxious feelings.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience ArticlesPsychology·May 15, 2017·3 min readTrying New Marijuana Products and Edibles Associated With Unexpected HighsA new study reports experimenting with new marijuana products and edibles may increase the odds of experiencing an unexpected high.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscience·May 8, 2017·5 min readCannabis Reverses Aging Processes in the BrainResearchers report low doses of THC can help restore memory and reverse some of the effects of brain aging in mice. The findings could open new avenues for treating dementia and other neurodegenerative diseases.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyOpen Neuroscience Articles·March 9, 2017·4 min readCannabis Use in People With Epilepsy RevealedA 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.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·February 2, 2017·5 min read‘Synthetic Marijuana’ Linked to Serious Health ProblemsResearchers report synthetic marijuana products, sold under names such as K2 or Spice, have serious side effects including psychosis, seizures and even death. Researchers warn they are not a safe substitute for cannabis.Read More
Brain CancerFeaturedNeuroscience·January 11, 2017·2 min readMore Older Americans Using CannabisA 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.Read More
FeaturedOpen Neuroscience ArticlesPsychology·December 27, 2016·6 min readShift in Teens’ Perception and Use After Recreational Marijuana is LegalizedLegalization may have reduced the stigma associated with marijuana use in teens, a new study reports.Read More
