Researchers believe cannabis-based medicine could have a similar effect in cannabis-dependent patients as nicotine replacement therapy.
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Are Women At Higher Risk For Pot Addiction?
A new study explored the gender-based differences in the way cannabis affects the body. Women’s hormones put them more at risk than men of becoming addicted to cannabis, a study found. Specifically, the sex hormone oestrogen makes them enjoy the particular high of smoking pot, according to the research. Men are also at risk from… Continue reading Are Women At Higher Risk For Pot Addiction?
Marijuana Anonymous Sparking More Interest In Canada
Marijuana Anonymous uses an adaptation of the 12 steps from Narcotics Anonymous and Alcoholics Anonymous. For some marijuana users, Alcoholics Anonymous or Narcotics Anonymous don’t quite feel like a good fit. That’s why in some areas, Marijuana Anonymous is being introduced as an alternative. According to Vice, the group follows similar routines and readings as… Continue reading Marijuana Anonymous Sparking More Interest In Canada
Marijuana Addiction On The Rise
Around 9% of marijuana users become addicted and the government is having a tough time convincing people that marijuana addiction is real. In Northern California, addiction treatment practitioners are reporting a higher demand for help with marijuana addiction, especially among adolescents. Many believe that marijuana is not addictive, though there are plenty of people that… Continue reading Marijuana Addiction On The Rise
Marijuana's Unknown Health Impact Leaves Experts Concerned
The drug’s Schedule I designation has limited research on the effects of cannabis and one expert says this is cause for major concern. Sixty-one percent of Americans now believe that marijuana should be legalized, but one expert says that among growing acceptance of the drug, people need to remain aware that cannabis can cause real health… Continue reading Marijuana's Unknown Health Impact Leaves Experts Concerned
