Crackdown on legal semi-synthetic cannabis planned, but no public information campaign on risks

Crackdown on legal semi-synthetic cannabis planned, but no public information campaign on risks

The Government is promising to crack down on a semi-synthetic form of cannabis, linked to psychosis.

Cannabis Use May Alter Midbrain Dopamine Activity and Elevate Psychosis Risk - Gilmore Health News

Key Takeaways Heavy cannabis use is linked to changes in dopamine-related brain regions associated with psychosis, based on new imaging research. The more severe the cannabis use, the stronger the brain changes observed, suggesting a dose-dependent relationship. While the study doesn’t prove causation, it raises important questions about long-term brain effects and the need for early intervention in young users. Researchers have found a link bet…