Study finds addiction risk tied to reward and impulse genes
Most of the genetic risk for developing a substance use disorder comes from genes that broadly affect how…
Cannabis, cocaine and amphetamines linked to higher stroke risk
A massive analysis of more than 100 million participants reveals that several commonly used illicit substances may raise…
Cannabis may be beneficial for the brain at an older age
Can cannabis affect the aging brain? A large-scale study recently published points to a surprising connection between cannabis…
Could GLP-1 drugs help curb addiction? Large veteran study points to potential benefit
A major study of US veterans suggests that GLP-1 diabetes medications may influence addiction-related outcomes, revealing a surprising…
Cannabis Compounds Can Cut Cholesterol and Lower Risk of Fatty Liver Disease (Without Getting High)
Credit: Getty Images For Unsplash+ Naturally occurring chemicals found in cannabis have been shown to reduce the risk…
Substance use among healthcare workers linked to poorer patient care
Their job is to protect, promote, and restore human health and lives, but healthcare workers believe that their…
Stronger connection found between cannabis use and mental illness
An analysis of 35,000 Canadians shows that rising cannabis use and worsening mental‑health symptoms are increasingly appearing together,…
Teen cannabis use trends mirror established alcohol consumption patterns
A new study published in the journal Addiction shows that cannabis use among Swedish adolescents appears to follow…
Cannabis use in adolescence associated with higher rates of psychiatric disorders
Adolescents who use cannabis could face a significantly higher risk of developing serious psychiatric disorders by young adulthood,…
Study reveals higher rates of substance use among non‑heterosexual groups in the U.S.
A study led by researchers at University of California San Diego School of Medicine reveals higher rates of…
Brain Imaging Study Reveals Cannabis Impact on Working Memory
Summary: While recent research has suggested potential neuroprotective benefits for older adults, a new study, the largest brain…
Cannabis legalization linked to rising tobacco and cannabis co-use
The legalization of cannabis and the start of retail sales of the drug in the US are linked…