Study: CBD for Crack Use Disorder Comparable to Traditional Treatments, Less Side Effects
A new study looks into CBD’s ability to help treat those with crack use disorder, and while the cannabinoid may have similar efficacy for treatment, it had “significantly” fewer adverse effects than traditional medications.
North Dakota Committee Files Ballot Measure To Legalize Adult-Use Cannabis
Advocates in North Dakota are taking another stab at recreational cannabis legalization.
Majority of Florida Voters Support Cannabis Legalization, Not Enough To Pass Measure
The most recent poll of Florida voters shows that recreational cannabis legalization still has majority support, but it may not be enough to exceed the 60% threshold needed to pass the reform measure.
Psilocybin Mental Health Therapy ‘Not Associated’ With Paranoia Risk, Study Shows
Tired messaging surrounding the use of psychedelics and psilocybin may create the notion that therapeutic use comes with a variety of mental health complications, but a new study exploring adverse effects of psilocybin therapy suggests otherwise.
Amended Maine Bill To Establish Psychedelic Research Committee Heads to Gov.
An amended Maine bill awaiting governor approval would set the foundations for regulation by establishing a psychedelic commission to study and make recommendations on a legal framework.
Study: More Than 9 in 10 Smokable Hemp Products Test Above Federal THC Limit
As states across the country continue to turn attention to and crack down on certain hemp-derived cannabinoids, a new study finds that the vast majority of smokable hemp products test over the federal THC limit and should technically be classified as cannabis.
Cognitive Decline Not Associated With Occasional Adolescent Cannabis Use
While heavy cannabis use may be a different story, new research finds that occasional cannabis use in adolescence does not result in cognitive differences compared to those who abstain.
Hawaii House Committee Declines Hearing for Rec Weed Measure, Killing Effort for 2024
There's always next year, Hawaii.
Colorado Bill Banning Social Media MJ, Drug Posts Raises Constitutional Concerns
While lawmakers have recently updated a new piece of legislation that would ban social media users from positively mentioning or promoting cannabis and other drugs, critics argue that the bill’s language is too far-reaching and could violate the First and Fourth Amendments.
Vermont Senate Passes Legislation To Establish Psychedelic Working Group
The modern-day “psychedelic renaissance” doesn’t appear to be slowing down any time soon in Vermont.