Adverse Effects

Misleading Headlines of THC “overdose”

Misleading headlines make it seem like this woman may have died of THC overdose, however, we know that it would be nearly impossible to consume lethal amounts of THC, and the coroner clearly made vague, and incomplete assumptions. This, likely feeding into a comfortable, though quite false stigma around cannabis. http://bit.ly/31iwwlK

Benjamin Caplan, MDMisleading Headlines of THC “overdose”
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Producing the ‘problem’ of new psychoactive substances (NPS) in English prisons

The use of synthetic cannabinoids in English prisons is currently considered a “law, order and control” problem, with associated regulation and penalties. There is a clear and problematic disconnect between prison administrators and users. Resources for education, training and work opportunities are missing.

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Benjamin Caplan, MDProducing the ‘problem’ of new psychoactive substances (NPS) in English prisons
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Adverse Structural and Functional Effects of Marijuana on the Brain: Evidence Reviewed

Cannabis Poses Danger to Adolescent Users

An evaluation of previous studies exploring unfavorable health effects of cannabis use reports that adolescents are particularly susceptible to cerebral structural and functional abnormalities. During adolescence, cannabinoid receptors are abundant in white matter. Cannabis use during this critical period of development can cause structural abnormalities in white matter, increase the tendency for risk-taking behavior, and lead to premature substance abuse. Despite its various health benefits, adolescents should exercise caution and abstain from cannabis use

Read more or download PDF on the CED Foundation Google Drive: http://bit.ly/30S9VMI

Benjamin Caplan, MDAdverse Structural and Functional Effects of Marijuana on the Brain: Evidence Reviewed
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