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
Magic Mushrooms and Depression
Drugs derived from magic mushrooms could help treat people with severe depression. Scientists believe the chemical psilocybin, the psychedelic ingredient in magic mushrooms, can turn down parts of the brain that are overactive in severely depressive patients. The drug... read more
Obama says marijuana is no more dangerous than alcohol
Washington (CNN) – Marijuana, which is still placed in the same category as heroin, ecstasy and psychedelic mushrooms by the federal government, is no more dangerous than alcohol, President Barack Obama said in an interview published 19 January 2014. Speaking to... read more
Medical Journal of Australia Calls for Legal Cannabis
MARK COLVIN: There’s been another high-level call to consider legalising cannabis for medicinal use. An article published in the Medical Journal of Australia today argues that medically supervised use of cannabis provides relief for some chronic nerve related... read more
Monsanto Marijuana?
Uruguay becomes first nation to legalise marijuana trade … The Uruguayan government hopes legalising the sale of marijuana will tackle drug cartels … Uruguay’s cannabis bill reflects liberal past … Uruguay has become the first country in the... read more
