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Meta-Analysis Finds CBD Reduces Symptoms in Autistic Children and Teenagers
CBD was linked to meaningful benefits and improved behaviour in children and teenagers with autism spectrum disorder.
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24 results for “teenagers”
Health
Almost 3% of teenagers use CBD products, finds study
The findings offer some of the first insights into the prevalence of CBD use among adolescents.
Science
Study: Cannabis ‘not associated’ with increased rates of psychosis in ‘high risk’ teenagers
The authors say those who used cannabis had higher neurocognition and social functioning over time.
Mental health
Teenagers at higher risk of cannabis addiction but not mental health issues – study
Adolescents were more vulnerable to addiction, but were no more likely to have higher levels of depression or anxiety.
News
Frequent cannabis use could lead to lower IQ in teenagers
A study has found that adolescents who frequently consume cannabis may experience a decline in IQ over time. The study, led by researchers at RCSI University of Medicine and Health […]
Science
Researchers reveal possible benefits of CBD in behavioural difficulties
The team are now studying how CBD interacts in the mouse brain to better understand why the drug affects behaviour in this way.
News
Cannabis linked to positive public health outcomes – why the UK government should take note
Cannabis legalisation has been linked to a reduction in crime, traffic fatalities, suicides, and alcohol and tobacco consumption.
News
Up to a third of UK children receiving end-of-life care may be using cannabis
With many families turning to cannabis illicitly, advocates are calling for UK doctors to take a harm-reduction approach.
Insight
Are teens ditching alcohol for cannabis? Study reveals major shifts in substance use
A 20-year US study shows alcohol abuse is declining while the consumption of cannabis edibles is on the rise.
News
Cannabis legalisation not linked to increase in teen use, says study
The study was funded by the National Institutes of Drug Abuse (NIDA) in America.
Advocacy
‘Tone deaf’ calls for cannabis to be Class A only fuel fear, stigma and misinformation
The Home Office has no current plans to upgrade cannabis to Class A, but even the suggestion is damaging.
Science
Medical students have “little knowledge” of cannabis, study finds
The results found that students held “erroneous beliefs” about medicinal cannabis.
Comment
Ask the expert: CBD and anxiety study shows “encouraging results”
CBD expert, Dr Elisabeth Philipps, shares her thoughts on a new study.
Cannabis explained
How to mitigate the side effects of cannabis
Cannabis can sometimes have side effects – but what are they? And how can you manage them?
Mental health
CBD may reduce anxiety by 50% in young people, study finds
A pilot study was carried out in young people with treatment-resistant anxiety.
Science
Five new medical cannabis studies to know about
Catch up on the latest research from some of the world’s leading universities.
Science
$2million NIH grant to study cannabis in adolescents
Unlike previous studies, they will examine sex-dependent differences in THC effects.
Science
Five new cannabis studies to have on your radar
The latest scientific papers exploring cannabis and its impact on health and society.
Advocacy
Celebrating cannabis – is 4/20 a help or a hindrance to the cause?
Are gatherings – such as those in Hyde Park – actually helping improve access for those who need it most?
Advocacy
What is 4/20 day and how will cannabis consumers be celebrating?
4/20 is an important day in the calendars of many cannabis patients and consumers.
Science
Journal Club: Cannabinoids and endometriosis
Grow Pharma explores the latest research on cannabinoids and endometriosis
Industry
Cannabis legalisation not linked to rise in car accidents, says study
Cannabis legalisation sparked fears that it would increase driving-related emergency rooms admission
Health
One in five autism caregivers give their child CBD products
A new report by reveals that the majority of parents started using oils during the pandemic for older children.
Advocacy
Emigration: “I tried cannabis again and I noticed that I was in less pain when I took it.”
In a new series, we speak to Irish cannabis patients about their decision to emigrate in search of easier, safer cannabis access.