How we could make cannabis safer for users
Smoking cannabis can cause addition, impaired memory and even psychosis.
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Edible marijuana: What we need to know
Edible marijuana, especially in forms that are appealing to young people, is problematic. Here are things to consider to keep kids safe.
Can marijuana treat MS symptoms? It’s hard for researchers to find out
There are many anecdotal reports indicating cannabis' beneficial effects for treating MS symptoms, but research with cannabis is difficult to do.
Using DNA to unlock the mysteries of cannabis and reduce the risk of dodgy ‘medical’ products
The Australian government will now accept licence applications for groups wanting to grow cannabis for scientific and medical purposes. But there's still a lot we don't know about this complex plant.
What do we know about marijuana’s medical benefits? Two experts explain the evidence
With restrictions to cannabis loosening at the state level, research is badly needed to get the facts in order.
It’s official: one joint of cannabis makes you lazy … but only in the short term
A new study found that people who are high on cannabis are less likely to opt for a task with a larger reward if the task requires more effort.
Is cannabis really getting stronger?
147m people used the drug last year. We need to know much more about it.
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Lecturer in Mental Health, University of York
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Lecturer in Crimimology and Social Policy, Loughborough University
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Professor and Director, Centre for Youth Substance Abuse Research, The University of Queensland
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Director, Southern Cross Plant Science, Southern Cross University
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