Cannabis Conundrum – Page 10 – Dalgarno Institute

Cannabis Use Disorder, Cancer & Death – Know the Risks

Cannabis use disorder (CUD), marked by problematic use, is linked to psychiatric comorbidities, cognitive dysfunction, respiratory complications, and immune system dysregulation. Given that cancer outcomes depend on both biological and behavioral factors, understanding whether CUD modifies survival outcomes is of substantial clinical importance. Emerging evidence suggests that cannabis may exert immunosuppressive effects, particularly through the

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Youth Cannabis Use & ‘Dropping Out’?

Cannabis Use Associated with Poor Academic Outcomes in Adolescents and Young Adults Cannabis has detrimental effects on brain development, cognition, memory, and attention in youth. This systematic review examined the association between cannabis use and academic achievement in adolescents and young adults ≤24 years old (63 studies with 438,329 individuals). Moderate-certainty evidence indicated that cannabis

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Pregnant? Cannabis Use Will Harm Mother & Baby

The impact of using cannabis during pregnancy on the infant and mother: An overview of systematic reviews, evidence map, targeted updates, and de novo synthesis Results: There were 89 studies/reviews eligible for inclusion in this review. There was a potentially harmful impact of prenatal cannabis exposure on all fetal growth and development outcomes, some neonatal

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Cannabis, Dopamine & Psychosis – The Puzzle Pieces Are Falling!

Cannabis use and its effects on mental health have become a growing area of concern, especially when it comes to psychosis. Research suggests there is a strong link between cannabis use, psychosis symptoms, and the dopamine system in the brain. This article will explain how cannabis may affect the risk of psychosis by changing dopamine

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Cannabis and Young Minds: Mental Health Risks and Prevention

Recent studies have uncovered concerning links between the impact of cannabis on young brains and severe mental health challenges. These findings urge greater awareness and call for stronger prevention efforts. How Cannabis Alters Developing Brains A groundbreaking study led by Dr. Palaniyappan and her team examined how cannabis use disorder affects the brain. Using advanced

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Cannabis – Multigenerational and Food Chain Impacts

“The genotoxicity and neurotoxicity of cannabis with its ongoing epigenetic harms are well established and irrefutable. However, real concerns about the infiltration of such toxins into our food-chain systems is severely under-reported and insufficiently addressed. View Research

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Cannabis Legalisation in France: Why The Academy of Medicine Stands Firmly Against It

The debate around cannabis legalisation in France remains a contentious issue, with growing public and political interest. Among the voices opposing this shift is the French Academy of Medicine, which has reinforced its steadfast stance against the legalisation of recreational cannabis. Citing robust evidence from other nations that have adopted legalisation, the Academy highlights significant

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Cannabis Policy Impacts Public Health and Health Equity: A Critical Review of the 2024 National Academies Report

Cannabis policies in the U.S. have seen a dramatic shift over the past few decades. Most states now allow some form of legal cannabis use, even though federal law still prohibits it. This patchwork of regulations has developed with little federal oversight and often without prioritising public health. A new report from the National Academies

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The Science Confirms Yet Again – You Cannot Drive Safely with Cannabis in Your System, ‘Medicinal’ or Not!

A randomized, placebo-controlled, double-blind, pilot study of cannabis-related driving impairment assessed by driving simulator and self-report Abstract Aims: In the context of increasing cannabis use, understanding how cannabis affects specific driving behaviors is crucial in mitigating risks and ensuring road safety. Design and setting: The current study included 38 adults aged 18–40 years, administered a single 0.5 g

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Cannabis Use Disorder Mortality: Understanding the Risks

Cannabis use is becoming increasingly common worldwide, with growing accessibility due to global legalisation trends. However, with rising use comes significant risks, particularly in relation to cannabis use disorder (CUD). Recent studies reveal that individuals requiring hospital-based care for CUD face an alarmingly high risk of mortality within five years. This blog explores the findings,

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