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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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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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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.

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Marijuana and Schizophrenia: Triggering or Treating?

Greencamp

One of the biggest arguments against cannabis is that it increases the risk of psychosis and that it should be avoided by people suffering from mental disorders. Schizophrenia is a mental condition which alters numerous important brain functions and subsequently the way a person feels, thinks and acts. Here’s why we agree with that.

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Is Cannabis a Viable Mental Health Treatment Option? Part 1 of 3

Kind Meds (Cannabis Education Blog)

As of 2020, more states allow for some type of legal cannabis use than do not, and there is growing public interest in expanding the number of medical conditions that qualify for medical marijuana approval. Cannabis Is a Unique Substance and Treatment Method. How Does CBD Improve Mental Health Symptoms?

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