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The University of California School of Medicine in San Diego, U.S.A., in a partnership with a private laboratory in 23andMe specializing in genetic analysis, investigated the genetic condition of the development of pathological dependence on cannabis. It is developed in 30 per cent of people, reports Earth.com. Studies of this kind require more than hundreds of thousands of participants. Therefore, the university's cooperation with a commercial …
Scientists identify key reason people may use or get addicted to cannabis
(The Washington Post) – The study builds on growing genetic research into cannabis use, as policymakers grapple with the risks and benefits of the drug’s soaring popularity. The tendency to use cannabis is associated with genes linked to impulsive behavior, obesity, schizophrenia and bipolar disorder, among other traits, according to a study released Monday by researchers at the University of California at San Diego. The research, published in t…
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