Adolescent THC Exposure Produced Adult Anxiety and Cognitive Deficits in Male Rats

Adolescent THC Exposure Produced Adult Anxiety and Cognitive Deficits in Male Rats

TL;DR: A 2026 rat study in Psychopharmacology found that THC exposure during late adolescence left adult animals with elevated anxiety-like behavior and impaired object-recognition and spatial-memory performance after a drug-free recovery period. Key Findings Adolescent THC exposure produced lasting anxiety-like behavior in adulthood: Rats given THC (5 mg/kg/day) from postnatal day 42 to 62 (late …

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Cannabis via Vaporized THC (20-40 mg) Caused Memory Impairment

Cannabis Did Not Just Blur Word Lists. It Hit Everyday Memory Too

TL;DR: A 2026 study in Journal of Psychopharmacology found that vaporized THC impaired false memory, source memory, temporal order memory, and prospective memory in regular cannabis users. Key Findings 20 mg matched 40 mg: The trial did not find meaningful differences between the moderate and high THC dose groups — meaning the lower dose was …

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Delta-8-THC Side Effects & Adverse Reactions: Reported User Experiences

A new study looked at the side effects people report from using delta-8-THC products and found that most match the side effects seen with regular cannabis. This suggests delta-8-THC acts on the brain in a similar way as the main psychoactive compound in cannabis, delta-9-THC. Key Facts: Delta-8-THC is a compound derived from hemp that …

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Cannabis Use Disorder: Common Among Adults in States with Legal Recreational Marijuana

A new study finds that cannabis use disorder is prevalent among adults who use cannabis for medical or nonmedical reasons in Washington state, where recreational cannabis use is legal. The research shows that over 20% of primary care patients who reported cannabis use met criteria for cannabis use disorder, with over 6% having moderate to …

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Moon Rock Weed Causes Seizures & Psychosis: Dangers of Potent Marijuana & THC Products

A potent new form of marijuana (cannabis) called “moon rock” has been connected to a troubling case of psychosis and recurring seizures in a young man with no prior history of mental illness or seizures. This case highlights the potential risks of high-potency cannabis products. Key Facts: A 20-year old man with no prior psychiatric …

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New Designer Recreational Drugs & Effects on the Brain: Opioids, Stimulants, THC

Recreational drug use is constantly evolving, with new substances emerging and old drugs being used in new ways. This can pose risks, especially for the developing adolescent brain. Key Facts: Use of designer opioids like fentanyl is skyrocketing, causing a rise in overdoses. They are extremely potent and risky. Novel versions of stimulant drugs like …

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