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·May 26, 2019·5 min read

Growing up high: Neurobiological consequences of adolescent cannabis use

Researchers evaluate the psychological and neurobiological impact of teen cannabis use. The findings, to be presented at the 13th Annual Canadian Neuroscience Meeting, will cover how cannabis contributes to cognitive impairments, psychosis and deficits in decision making in adolescents.

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·April 25, 2019·4 min read

Cannabis addiction influenced by genetic make-up

People with the specific genotype of the Cannabinoid receptor 1 gene may be more prone to cannabis use disorder. Researchers report those with FAAH rs324420 A continue to want more marijuana following use and are more drawn to cannabis-related imagery while under the influence of the drug.

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·April 24, 2019·4 min read

CBD reduces impairment caused by cannabis

Cannabidiol may buffer the effects of THC on the brain for those who use marijuana. Marijuana with a higher CBD content restores disruptions to the salience network caused by THC exposure.

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·March 31, 2019·5 min read

Cannabis during pregnancy bumps psychosis risk in offspring

Cannabis consumption during pregnancy is associated with a slightly increased risk of a child developing psychosis at age ten. The findings also shed new light on the role endocannabinoids play in neurodevelopment.

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·March 20, 2019·5 min read

High potency cannabis linked to higher rates of psychosis

Daily use of cannabis with high concentrations of THC is linked to an increased risk of experiencing psychosis-like symptoms.

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·January 31, 2019·3 min read

Medical Marijuana Relieves Symptoms in Children with Autism

More than 80% of parents reported significant or moderate improvements in their child's ASD symptoms following medical cannabis treatment, a new study reports.

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·January 28, 2019·7 min read

The Discovery of the Endocannabinoid System: Centuries in the Making

Researchers shed light on the endocannabinoid system and report how cannabis is helping to provide relief to many with medical problems.

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·January 14, 2019·4 min read

Teen Brain Volume Changes with Small Amount of Cannabis Use

Even 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.

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·January 8, 2019·4 min read

Cannabis Exposure and Stress in Adolescence Can Lead to Anxiety Disorders in Adults

A 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.

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·January 2, 2019·4 min read

Increased Risk of Harm From Cannabis Across Europe

A new study reveals the potency of THC in both herbal cannabis and cannabis resin has increased significantly in Europe since 2006.

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·December 19, 2018·5 min read

Cannabis Exposure Alters Genetic Profile of Sperm

THC 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.

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·December 17, 2018·3 min read

Higher Average Potency Cannabis Increases Risk for First Disorder Symptom

Since 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.

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Growing up high: Neurobiological consequences of adolescent cannabis use

Cannabis addiction influenced by genetic make-up

CBD reduces impairment caused by cannabis

Cannabis during pregnancy bumps psychosis risk in offspring

High potency cannabis linked to higher rates of psychosis

Medical Marijuana Relieves Symptoms in Children with Autism

The Discovery of the Endocannabinoid System: Centuries in the Making

Teen Brain Volume Changes with Small Amount of Cannabis Use

Cannabis Exposure and Stress in Adolescence Can Lead to Anxiety Disorders in Adults

Increased Risk of Harm From Cannabis Across Europe

Cannabis Exposure Alters Genetic Profile of Sperm

Higher Average Potency Cannabis Increases Risk for First Disorder Symptom

Mapping the Brain’s Resting Grid Through Menopause

Parental Infertility Biology, Not IVF, Linked to Child Autism Traits

Glucosamine Supplement Linked to Accelerated Alzheimer’s Progression

Silencing One Brain Gene May Reverse Autism Deficits

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