A neuroscientist challenges the central fallacy of Reefer Madness.
Tag: Youth
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Marijuana Arrests after Legalization
The medical properties of cannabis have been a major factor in the push to legalize but the importance of social justice can’t be overstated.
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Misplaced Outrage at JAMA
Yet another publication has highlighted that the loosening of cannabis laws tends to decrease the rate at which teens start using cannabis.
Posted inHealth
CBD Does Not Go Better with Coke
Coca-Cola is eyeing CBD as a functional food additive, while the beverage giant promotes sugary drinks for overweight children.
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Two Hits for Schizophrenia
After over a century of failing to find a causal link between cannabis use and schizophrenia, proponents of Reefer Madness have had to couch their warnings.
Posted inScience
Just Say No to Love
A recent article warns about the dangers of teens falling in love.
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Legalization Is a Misnomer
Without dedicated attention to those most harmed by police enforcement of drug laws, their situation might not improve with legalization.
Posted inSafety
CBD for Brain-Damaged Babies?
Could CBD save the lives of babies born with brain damage? A new clinical trial aims to find out.
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Just Say No to Fear
Personally threatening children is not the best way to make kids fear cannabis.
Posted inSafety
Changing Demographics of Marijuana Initiation
The development of legal cannabis is associated with lower teen use and higher adult use.