The endocannabinoid system is the body’s system that regulates an array of other systems in the body. It works to maintain homeostasis by the use of receptors, cannabinoids, and metabolic pathways ...

In From Bud to Brain, I traced how marijuana research gradually morphed from focusing on the cannabis plant (botany) to exploring the brain’s natural endocannabinoid system (neuroscience) and, ...

A receptor that cannabis latches onto in the brain could be a promising target for future mental health treatments. Experiencing chronic stress is known to leave people vulnerable to depression or ...

Cannabis is often hailed for its relaxing effects, but did you know it’s also linked to a complex system in our body called the endocannabinoid system (ECS)? The ECS plays a crucial role in regulating ...

Here at A3, we believe in equal opportunity. We recognize that saying we have an addiction problem is not the same as saying we have a drug use problem and that just because some people abuse ...

A first-in-class drug engineered to selectively inhibit the signaling pathway of the cannabinoid receptor CB1 has shown promise as a safe and effective treatment for cannabis use disorder (CUD). Tests ...

BORDEAUX, France — Could AEF0117, a drug that has a novel mechanism of action in the brain, be the drug to fight cannabis addiction? Results from a phase 2a clinical trial that examined the efficacy ...

The two main compounds in cannabis are in a constant balancing act. This is an Inside Science story. (Inside Science) -- Many people who use cannabis do it for the euphoric effects caused by the main ...

In today’s fast-paced world, finding ways to relax and de-stress is more important than ever. Many people turn to natural remedies to achieve a sense of tranquility, and one such remedy that has ...

The connection between cannabis and weight loss is paradoxical. Consuming the plant can improve the appetite of patients with cancer and anorexia. But studies also show that on the whole, cannabis ...