Cannabis

THC exposure may curb drinking

THC exposure may reduce alcohol intake by up to 27%, a new study suggests.

Cannabis use linked to psychotic-like experiences in youth.

Cannabis use in youth linked to more frequent psychotic-like experiences.

Genes linked to cannabis addiction identified

Nearly 30% of cannabis users develop substance use disorder; genes may predict addiction risk.

Marijuana-based drug reduces back pain in large study

New study shows marijuana-based drug reduces back pain significantly compared to placebo.

Cannabis linked to short-term PTSD relief in veterans

Cannabis use linked to fewer PTSD symptoms and lower negative affect in veterans.

Daily cannabis smoking linked to respiratory issues

A large US study finds daily cannabis smoking is associated with higher odds of asthma and COPD.

Cannabis boosts emotional responses and recovery in anxiety

Cannabis users with anxiety show stronger emotional reactions to negative experiences but recover faster than non-users.

Cannabis improves sleep quality in insomnia patients

Medical cannabis improves sleep quality and reduces anxiety, depression, and pain in insomnia patients over 18 months.

Electrostatic method separates cannabis trichomes efficiently

New electrostatic method separates cannabis trichomes with 80–95% purity, offering a scalable and solvent-free solution.

Cannabis self-medication linked to higher THC use and mental health issues

Study finds self-medicating with cannabis for anxiety/depression leads to higher THC use and worsened mental health.