Cannabis and psilocybin – used under supervision – have the potential to work better than current pain treatments, but the research into both has long been hindered by federal legislation.
The draft New Zealand cannabis law proposes a ban on advertising, but includes no reference to marketing via social media, where most alcohol marketing now takes place.
Nearly half of US states allow the recreational use of cannabis.
Smoking cannabis can cause addition, impaired memory and even psychosis.
Young people and those with trauma, such as veterans, are especially vulnerable to the difficulty of stopping cannabis use for sleep.
There are many anecdotal reports indicating cannabis’ beneficial effects for treating MS symptoms, but research with cannabis is difficult to do.
Australian laws are less progressive than the Australian public’s attitude to cannabis in term of decriminalisation, access to medicinal marijuana, and to some extent, full legislation.
We found babies born to mothers who used cannabis during pregnancy were likely to weigh less and be born earlier. Our study adds to a growing body of evidence on this topic.
Cannabis is the most commonly used illicit drug in the UK.
There are health risks associated with cannabis use, but there’s no evidence use will increase if it’s legalised.
