Neuropsychopharmacologist Debunks Drug Myths
Dr. Carl Hart defies all preconceptions of the word “neuropsychopharmacologist.” With thick dreadlocks that dangle well below his shoulders, a penchant for studded earrings, and a gold incisor that flashes when he grins, Hart, 47, was the only black man in... read more
The fastest-growing industry in the USA? Legal cannabis.
As observers of the industry have probably noticed, the legal marijuana market is exploding. As observers have likely also noticed, its spectacular growth has been seriously hindered by the federal government’s enforcement of prohibitionist policies in states where... read more
Fried Foods and Prostate Cancer
Despite ever-increasing awareness that diet and cooking methods play a direct role in disease prevention and progression, consumption of overcooked and fried foods continues to increase. A new research study conducted at the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center in... read more
Cannabidiol Treats Psychosis
Cannabidiol (CBD), a non-psychotropic cannabinoid, alleviates psychotic symptoms and may hold promise as an alternative antipsychotic treatment, according to a review published in the November 2013 issue of the journal Neuropsychopharmacology. Investigators in the... read more
