Understanding Barriers to Treatment for Cannabis Use Disorder in the United States

Understanding barriers to treatment for cannabis use disorder in the United States

As cannabis becomes more potent and widely used in the United States – especially among young adults – concerns about cannabis use disorder are growing. More than 16 million Americans meet the criteria, yet most never receive treatment.

Brazilian Study Finds Cannabis To Be An 'Exit Drug'

Historically, cannabis policy modernization opponents have portrayed cannabis as a ‘gateway drug,’ claiming that the use of cannabis leads to the use of more harmful substances. The results of a recent study in Brazil suggest that cannabis may be effective at helping people reduce their use of more harmful substances. “Researchers from the University of […] The post Brazilian Study Finds Cannabis To Be An ‘Exit Drug’ appeared first on Internatio…

Weed disorder impacts millions, here’s why few seek help

Cannabis is reaching new heights in America. More states have legal weed than ever. That means people can find regulated products, which can be good or bad. Weed products may help medical patients feel relief from symptoms and provide people with a plant-based way to unwind. For others, it might turn into a habit that slowly morphs into a problem that has been categorized as cannabis use disorder (CUD). RELATED: These cannabis accessories are fu…

Study: Cannabis-Based Treatments Associated With Seizure Freedom in Drug-Resistant Epilepsy Patients

The Marijuana Herald - Marijuana news and information A new case series published in the journal Frontiers in Neuroscience details how cannabis-based products led to seizure freedom in nearly a dozen pediatric and adult patients with drug-resistant epilepsy (DRE). Conducted by researchers at the University of Toronto and University Health Network, the retrospective study evaluated 19 patients with DRE—15 of them children—who experienced seizure …

Not a Gateway Drug—THC Is a Gateway to Wellness and Mental Clarity

The conversation around cannabis has evolved significantly, shifting from a focus on recreational use to exploring its potential contributions to wellness and mental clarity. Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), the primary psychoactive compound… The post Not a Gateway Drug—THC Is a Gateway to Wellness and Mental Clarity appeared first on stupidDOPE

FAU Study Investigates Barriers and Emerging Trends in Treating Cannabis

As cannabis legalization and potency continue to rise across the United States, understanding the landscape of cannabis use disorder (CUD) treatment has never been more critical. Recent research reveals a troubling paradox: although millions meet clinical criteria for cannabis use disorder, a markedly small proportion ever engage with treatment services. With over 16 million Americans affected, this discrepancy between need and treatment uptake …