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New Brain Study Probes Why Cannabis Can Trigger Paranoia
Original: Why does weed cause anxiety? A new brain study investigates cannabis paranoia https://www.scientificamerican.com/article
A new neuroscience study is examining why cannabis use can cause anxiety and paranoia in some people. As coverage in Scientific American explains, researchers are investigating the brain mechanisms behind cannabis-induced paranoia, a common side effect reported by users. The findings could help explain individual differences in reactions to marijuana and inform safer use guidance as legalization spreads.
Why now: Ongoing debate about cannabis risks and effects makes new research on its mental health impact timely.
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- Why does weed cause anxiety? A new brain study investigates cannabis paranoia https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/why-does-weed-cause-anxiety-a-new-brain-study-investigates-cannabis-paranoia/ # Science # Health # Neuroscience · scientific_american@robot.villas · 5
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