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Understanding Cannabis Use Disorder: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment

United Patients Group

This condition is known as Cannabis Use Disorder (CUD). Cannabis Use Disorder is a condition where an individual becomes dependent on cannabis, leading to problematic patterns of use. In this blog, we’ll explore what cannabis use disorder is, its causes, symptoms, and the available treatments. What is Cannabis Use Disorder?

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Jared Shaw Could Face the Death Penalty for Edibles in Indonesia

Veriheal

In addition to lower dependence rates, cannabis is easier on your body, in that it’s more gentle on your liver and better for your brain , less likely to induce psychosis , and able to help relieve a variety of conditions from anxiety to seizures.

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When adult-use eclipses medical: How recreational cannabis legalization has undermined patient care

The Cannigma

The cannabis movement began with a mission rooted in compassion—dedicated to providing relief for patients suffering from severe conditions such as HIV/AIDS, cancer, epilepsy, and chronic pain. However, when her state legalized recreational cannabis, her local dispensary stopped carrying most medical-specific products.

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NORML Responds To Latest Cannabis and Psychosis Claims

NORML

A widely reported study appearing today in the British journal The Lancet alleges that an estimated 30 to 50 percent of psychosis cases in Europe are due to cannabis exposure, and that exposure to elevated levels of THC increases this risk. But it is not evidence that marijuana in any way causes the condition.

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Research Suggests That High Potency THC Products Aren’t For Everyone

Veriheal

Psychologists and other medical professionals have long warned against the potential impact of cannabis on the brain, including presenting with psychosis as a result. This new insight is the result of a study that suggests there is a connection between high potency cannabis and the risk of psychosis. .

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Is Cannabis Linked To Mental Health Issues?

PrestoDoctor

Some individuals may experience adverse effects such as anxiety, depression, psychosis, or even addiction. Research Studies Numerous studies have indicated a correlation between cannabis use and mental health issues such as anxiety, depression, and psychosis. This is especially true for those with pre-existing mental health conditions.

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Medical Marijuana: An Alternative Treatment for Depression?

FloridaMarijuana.net

“Two puffs were sufficient to reduce ratings of depression and anxiety, while 10+ puffs produced the perceived reduction in stress,” reads the results section of a recent study on medical marijuana, published by the Journal of Affective Disorders. Medical Marijuana vs. Antidepressants.