Newswise Feature Channel: Marijuana

Young Adults in Pain Start Using Cannabis Earlier and Are More Likely to Mix It with Alcohol

Binghamton University, State University of New York — Wed, 26 Mar 2025 19:50:35 EST

Young adults in pain start using cannabis earlier and are more likely to mix it with alcohol, according to new research from Binghamton University, State University of New York.

TIPSHEET: Counseling Experts Present Latest Research at the 2025 ACA Conference & Expo, March 27-29 in Orlando, Florida

American Counseling Association — Mon, 24 Mar 2025 10:30:33 EST

More than 150 posters to be presented; counselors are available to comment on mental health topics ranging from substance use and addiction to wellness and self-care and more.

Compound Harnesses Cannabis' Pain-Relieving Properties Without Side Effects

Washington University in St. Louis — Wed, 05 Mar 2025 11:00:00 EST

Researchers at WashU Medicine and Stanford University developed a compound that relieves pain in mice but doesn't affect the brain, thereby avoiding mind-altering side effects and abuse potential. The custom-designed molecule, derived from cannabis, may provide an alternative to opioids for treating chronic pain.

Daily Cannabis Use Linked to Public Health Burden

George Washington University — Thu, 20 Feb 2025 12:00:23 EST

New study suggests daily users who start in their teens at higher risk of a syndrome that causes vomiting, pain and repeated trips to the hospital.

Center for Medical Cannabis Research Hosts Statewide Symposium on Emerging Cannabis Science

University of Utah Health — Thu, 13 Feb 2025 21:05:31 EST

Much remains unknown about the risks and benefits of medical cannabis, and as use rates spike, research is urgently needed to understand the full health, social, and even environmental impacts of these medications.

Is CBD Use During Pregnancy as Safe as People Think? New Study Uncovers Potential Risks to Babies

McMaster University — Wed, 05 Feb 2025 18:30:00 EST

Cannabidiol (CBD), the component in cannabis often used for therapeutic treatments, is increasingly being used during pregnancy as a means of managing symptoms such as nausea, anxiety and sleep.

CBD May Reduce Craving for Alcohol, Study Finds

Research Society on Alcoholism — Sat, 01 Feb 2025 10:00:00 EST

CBD may hold promise as a tool to help people reduce problem drinking, according to a new study published in Alcohol: Clinical and Experimental Research. Cannabidiol, commonly known as CBD, modifies the activity of the parasympathetic nervous system and reduces physical signs of anxiety and self-reported craving for alcohol in people with alcohol use disorder.

Smoking Cannabis in the Home Increases Odds of Detectable Levels in Children

University of California San Diego — Thu, 23 Jan 2025 17:25:41 EST

Researchers at University of California San Diego analyzed cannabis smoking practices in San Diego County to assess whether in-home smoking was associated with cannabis detection in children.

Canada's black market cannabis sites shun crypto dollars

Universite de Montreal — Tue, 21 Jan 2025 18:45:59 EST

David Decary-Hetu has found that over three-quarters of Canadian websites selling cannabis illegally don't accept payment in cryptocurrency.

Is a Dry January Actually Helpful? Expert Available to Discuss

McMaster University — Tue, 14 Jan 2025 19:30:15 EST

Perceived Social Acceptability of Driving While under the Influence of Cannabis and Alcohol May Sway Young Adult Behavior

Research Society on Alcoholism — Sun, 01 Dec 2024 10:00:00 EST

Half of 18- to 25-year-olds believe that the average young adult drives or rides in a car at least once a month while the driver is under the influence of alcohol and cannabis.

For Young Adults Who Use Both Alcohol and Cannabis, Alcohol Use May Trigger Cannabis Cravings Among Men but Not Women

Research Society on Alcoholism — Sat, 23 Nov 2024 10:00:00 EST

Among young adults who frequently use cannabis, drinking alcohol is linked to intensified cannabis cravings in men and reduced cannabis cravings in women, a novel study suggests. The findings potentially illuminate mechanisms driving the combined use of the two substances and could inform sex-specific approaches to preventing or addressing the resulting harms. Young adults commonly use alcohol and cannabis together (i.e., co-use), and people who use both substances experience more negative consequences--including worse outcomes for alcohol use disorder treatment--than those who use one or the other. Co-use may be partially driven "cross-substance-induced" craving, in which the repeated co-use of two substances prompts one to become a trigger for the other. Research on this effect involving alcohol and cannabis--previously limited to laboratory testing and remote monitoring--has hinted at sex differences in these effects. For the study in Alcohol: Clinical Experimental Research, investigato

Alcohol Use Identified by UTHealth Houston Researchers as Most Common Predictor of Escalated Cannabis Vaping Among Youths in Texas

University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston — Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:20:20 EST

Alcohol use was the most common predictor of escalating cannabis vaping among youth and young adults, independent of demographic factors, according to research by UTHealth Houston published this month in the journal Social Science & Medicine.

Hackensack Meridian JFK Johnson Rehabilitation Institute: Leading the Way in PM&R Innovation at AAPMR 2024

Hackensack Meridian Health — Mon, 04 Nov 2024 11:00:29 EST

Hackensack Meridian JFK Johnson Rehabilitation Institute, a nationally recognized leader in physical medicine and rehabilitation, is proud to announce its participation in the upcoming American Academy of Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation Annual Assembly (AAPMR) 2024 Annual Assembly, taking place November 6-10 in San Diego, CA.

Nearly 6% of Pregnant Women Report Marijuana Use

University of Georgia — Fri, 01 Nov 2024 09:00:34 EST

A new study from the University of Georgia College of Public Health found that about 6% of pregnant women reported using marijuana during the last month, and many did not associate it with health risks.

Cannabis Use in Adolescence: Visible Effects on Brain Structure

Universite de Montreal — Tue, 29 Oct 2024 12:00:43 EST

A collaborative study sheds light on how cannabis use affects brain development in young people, the main one being atrophy of certain regions of the cerebral cortex.

Expert Available: Edibles are Not a Treat at Halloween

Stony Brook University — Mon, 28 Oct 2024 13:00:35 EST

Cannabis Use During Pregnancy Can Impact Thinking and Learning Skills, Increase Aggression Among Children, Study Shows

Nationwide Children's Hospital — Mon, 28 Oct 2024 11:00:00 EST

As cannabis is legalized and is more accessible in various forms across the country, there is increasing concern among health care providers about potential impact on children. Researchers at Nationwide Children's Hospital have new findings to add to the existing evidence that cannabis exposure before birth can negatively impact children.

Dramatic Drop in Marijuana Use Among U.S. Youth Over a Decade: (2011 to 2021)

Florida Atlantic University — Mon, 28 Oct 2024 08:30:36 EST

Among 88,183 U.S. high school students, marijuana use declined from 23.1% in 2011 to 15.8% in 2021, with first-time use before age 13 dropping from 8.1% to 4.9%. In 2021, use was highest among 12th graders (22.4%) and 11th graders (18.7%). Notably, girls (17.8%) surpassed boys (13.6%) in reported use in 2021, reversing past trends. While Asian, Hispanic, and white adolescents saw declines, Black adolescents had a higher usage rate of 20.5% in 2021, indicating ongoing racial disparities.

Expert Offers Tips on How to Keep Halloween Spooky - and Safe

Rutgers University-New Brunswick — Wed, 23 Oct 2024 15:20:38 EST

A Rutgers New Jersey Poison Control Center official discusses how adults can reduce risks of poisoning for themselves, children and pets