Craving in Addiction May Alter How the Brain Makes Decisions | Yale School of Medicine
Craving addiction neurobiology plays a crucial role in altering brain decision making. This research reveals how craving states disrupt neural circuits, influencing choices in substance use disorders. Understanding these mechanisms can improve targeted…
Feeling Anxious? How Music Therapy May Help Calm You Down
Music therapy anxiety treatment offers a promising non-pharmacological approach to managing anxiety symptoms. This adjunctive therapy can complement cannabis use by reducing anxiety through autonomic nervous system modulation. Understanding music…
Meta and Google Found Liable in Social Media Addiction Trial
Social media addiction liability cases establish important legal precedent influencing behavioral dependencies. This ruling highlights corporate responsibility in addictive product design. It may accelerate research into digital therapeutics and cannabis…
Study reveals COVID-19 stress linked to increased substance use during pregnancy
Stress-driven substance use patterns during pregnancy have increased amid COVID-19 stress. This research highlights risks to maternal and fetal health. Understanding these patterns aids clinical care during public health crises.
A New Take on the Antidepressants vs Psychedelics Efficacy Debate – Drug Science
This article explores psychedelic therapies for depression, focusing on their efficacy compared to traditional antidepressants. It highlights the clinical complexity in comparing these treatments for patients with treatment-resistant depression.…
Cannabis and Psychosis: Risks of High-THC Frequent Use
High-potency cannabis linked to mental health risks is a critical concern, particularly for adolescents. Frequent use of high-THC products increases the risk of psychotic episodes. Understanding these risks helps clinicians provide better care and…
New Study Questions Cannabis for Anxiety and Depression
This article reviews clinical evidence cannabis anxiety depression to assess medical marijuana's role in treatment. The study challenges assumptions about cannabis benefits for anxiety and depression. Clinicians require evidence-based guidance for…
New Study Questions Medical Cannabis for Anxiety and Depression
This medical cannabis anxiety relief study examines the effects of cannabis on anxiety and depression. The findings highlight the need for evidence-based guidance in clinical settings. Clinicians should consider this study when advising patients on…
The media said there’s “no evidence” medical cannabis helps anxiety, depression or PTSD …
Media misinterpretation clinical evidence creates confusion about medical cannabis benefits for anxiety, depression, and PTSD. Emerging studies suggest potential therapeutic effects despite limited FDA approval. Clinicians must understand evidence…
CED News Digest: Misleading Labels on Delta-8 Products and More
This digest covers a study highlights misleading labels delta 8 products and other recent cannabis news. The study raises questions about contaminant testing consistency. It also includes updates on regulatory audits and product recalls.