Cannabis

Colleges in states where recreational marijuana is legal experience a significant, though temporary, increase in applications, particularly from high-achieving students. This spike is most pronounced in public universities and suggests that local policies can influence educational choices.

A recent study suggests that regular cannabis users may have enhanced empathy, linked to increased connectivity in brain regions like the anterior cingulate cortex. This challenges the typical view of cannabis solely having negative cognitive effects.

While CBD shows promise for conditions like seizure disorders and chronic pain, rigorous research is sparse, and the unregulated market is rife with misleading claims. Here’s a closer look at the science behind CBD’s potential health benefits.

A recent study suggests that semaglutide, commonly used for diabetes and weight management, may significantly reduce the risk of developing and relapsing into cannabis use disorder. This finding opens a new potential treatment avenue for a condition currently lacking FDA-approved...

A meta-analysis found that 27% of individuals with ADHD develop cannabis use disorder during their lives, with 19% affected at the time of data collection. They are nearly three times more likely to develop this disorder compared to those without...

Researchers debunked claims that THC-O-acetate produces psychedelic effects, finding instead that users primarily experienced moderate relaxation, euphoria, and pain relief without the profound cognitive or perceptual changes characteristic of classic psychedelics.

Non-medical cannabis use is significantly associated with reduced odds of subjective cognitive decline (SCD) among U.S. adults aged 45 and older, according to new research.

A twin study found cannabis use has limited direct impact on psychological outcomes, attributing most associations to genetics and environment. However, modest effects on cannabis disorder and illicit drug use were noted, challenging simplistic narratives about cannabis's negative effects.

A meta-analysis of over 200,000 participants found prenatal cannabis exposure significantly increases the risk of ADHD symptoms in offspring and suggests a possible risk for ASD. This highlights the need for caution regarding cannabis use during pregnancy.

Scientists have identified how cannabis vapor triggers increased eating in rats and mice by activating the brain's "hunger neurons." Inhibiting these neurons negates the munchies effect, providing insight into the neural mechanisms of cannabis-induced appetite stimulation.

Can cannabis offer a lifeline in the battle against drug addiction, particularly for those grappling with the perils of stimulants like crystal methamphetamine? New research from the University of British Columbia (UBC) suggests it might.

New research has found a connection between cannabis use during adolescence and decreased chances of completing higher education in adulthood. The findings have been published in Economics & Human Biology.

A recent study published in the journal Addictive Behaviors reveals significant insights into how cannabis consumption among teenagers could impact their cognitive development, particularly in areas related to memory and attention. The research suggests that even light to moderate cannabis...

A new study reveals that regular cannabis users exhibit stronger neural oscillations in the motor cortex during simple tasks, suggesting they need more brain activity to perform at the same level as non-users. The study highlights potential compensatory mechanisms in...

Despite high hopes, a recent study reveals that a 300mg dose of cannabidiol fails to alleviate cognitive anxiety symptoms, challenging its perceived anxiolytic benefits and prompting a reevaluation of its therapeutic potential. The study was published in Psychopharmacology.