Addiction

Addiction

Read the science on cannabis and addiction.

A cannabis compound with anti-addictive potential
Scientists are studying the role the endocannabinoid system plays in alcohol addiction and related mood disorders.
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Could cannabidiol be a breakthrough therapy to replace or lessen the use of steroids?
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Another hare-brained idea about cannabis replacement therapy from NIDA.
Scientists often interpret research to suit funding goals. Why is that problematic?
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Confused about cannabis addiction and withdrawal? So are the experts.
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Scientists examined how savoring positive experiences predicts aspects of problematic cannabis use, but the numbers don't add up.
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Opioids leave much to be desired in medical treatment. They are highly addictive, very lethal, and not all that effective for treating chronic pain.
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If there’s a gateway, it appears to be early opioid prescriptions, not cannabis.
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A review published by Australian researchers sheds light on various facets of addiction, as well as some of the neurological mechanisms by which CBD can limit addictive behaviors.

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