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THC Driving Skills Research 2024

How THC Really Affects Driving Skills

A recent review challenges the long-standing idea that driving skills are directly impacted by THC consumption. This fresh perspective is published on Preprints with The Lancet. Over a dozen studies are explored to determine whether there’s a straightforward link between blood THC levels and driving performance. Surprisingly, most findings indicate there’s no simple linear relationship …

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Psychedelics role in Alcohol Use Disorder is Encouraging

Two groundbreaking studies on psychedelics prove exciting breakthroughs are emerging in the fight against Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD). These studies are sparking hope for innovative treatments that could reshape the way addiction treatment is approached. The first study focuses on the effects of psilocybin, a powerful psychedelic compound. Researchers found that a single dose of …

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drug reform decriminalization

Breaking Barriers; AMA Endorses Drug Decriminalization

The American Medical Association (AMA) has taken a bold step towards drug reform by formally endorsing drug decriminalization during their annual meeting on June 12, 2024. In a decisive vote, AMA delegates approved the decriminalization proposal with 345 in favor and 171 against. The AMA aims to eliminate criminal penalties for personal drug possession, pushing …

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🍄 Psilocybin Extract Outshines Synthetic Alternatives 🍄

Researchers at Hebrew University-Hadassah Medical Center have discovered that mushroom extract containing psilocybin might work better than its synthetic counterpart. Orr Shahar and Dr. Alexander Botvinnik, under Dr. Tzuri Lifschytz and Prof. Bernard Lerer, led the study. They focused on how psilocybin affects synaptic plasticity in mice. Their findings suggest that natural psilocybin could be …

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Marijuana reform

Pardons to Policy: Biden’s Focus on Marijuana Reform Ahead of Election

In an e-mail circulated recently, the Biden reelection campaign criticized the Trump administration for reversing Justice Department guidance on marijuana reform. They highlighted Vice President Kamala Harris’s discussion with pardon recipients and contrasted it with former President Donald Trump’s record on criminal justice reform. The Biden-Harris campaign emphasized various criminal justice initiatives while pointing out …

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Puff, Puff, Poll: Insights into American Cannabis Consumption Habits

A fresh poll just dropped, reflecting that almost 60% of Americans are vibing with the idea that alcohol and tobacco are more damaging to your health than marijuana. This YouGov survey went deep, asking folks about their views on cannabis, and it turns out 64% think regular alcohol use is riskier than hitting the weed, …

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Reefer Madness to Reality: What Cannabis Legalization Really Means for Teens

A fresh federal study is blazing a trail aiming to unravel the mysteries behind the impact of cannabis legalization on teens. This study, backed by federal funds, delves into the realm of middle-schoolers and their puffing preferences. So, what’s the verdict? Turns out, the legalization of adult-use cannabis sales doesn’t seem to be pushing more …

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