Risks and Benefits of Legalized Cannabis - Johns Hopkins
WEBAug 25, 2023 · Although the use and possession of cannabis is illegal under federal law, medicinal and recreational cannabis use has become increasingly widespread. Thirty-eight states and Washington, D.C., have legalized medical cannabis, while 23 states and D.C. have legalized recreational use.
Articles | Journal of Cannabis Research - BioMed Central
WEBSep 11, 2024 · Marijuana use is increasingly common among patients with chronic non-cancer pain (CNCP) and long-term opioid therapy (LTOT). We determined if lifetime recreational and medical marijuana use were associated wit...
Is Marijuana Bad for Health? Here’s What We Know So Far
WEBMar 1, 2024 · With decades of legal and social opprobrium fading fast, marijuana has become an extremely popular commercial product with more than 48 million users across the U.S. Health concerns, once...
Cannabis (Marijuana) DrugFacts | National Institute on Drug Abuse
WEBDec 24, 2019 · A plain-language summary about cannabis, how people use it, its effects on the brain and overall health, and treatment options for misuse.
Cannabis, a complex plant: different compounds and different …
WEBCannabis is a complex plant, with major compounds such as delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol and cannabidiol, which have opposing effects. The discovery of its compounds has led to the further discovery of an important neurotransmitter system called the endocannabinoid system.
Medical Marijuana, Recreational Cannabis, and Cardiovascular Health…
WEBAug 5, 2020 · Marijuana and hemp plants are cultivars of the genus Cannabis. The physiological effects of cannabis are derived primarily from its cannabinoids. To date, CBD and tetrahydrocannabinolic acid, which is hepatically decarboxylated to THC, have been the best studied cannabinoids.
Weighing the Benefits and Risks of Medical Marijuana Use: A …
WEBDec 6, 2018 · Marijuana users are at risk for tolerance, dependence, and withdrawal [4, 18, 44]. Multiple studies have examined the negative effects of marijuana on acute and long-term cognition, including impairment in attention, impulse control, decision-making processes, working memory, and executive function.
Federal Scientists Recommend Easing Restrictions on Marijuana
WEBJan 12, 2024 · In newly disclosed documents, federal researchers find that cannabis may have medical uses and is less likely to cause harm than drugs like heroin.
Benefits and harms of medical cannabis: a scoping review of …
WEBDec 10, 2019 · We located and mapped systematic reviews to summarize research that is available for consideration for practice or policy questions in relation to medical marijuana.
Cannabis-Related Disorders and Toxic Effects | NEJM
WEBDec 13, 2023 · Cannabis use disorder and heavy or long-term cannabis use have adverse effects on physical and psychological health. Research on the endocannabinoid system is needed to better elucidate the ...
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