Adverse effects of heavy cannabis use

Adverse effects of cannabis.

Cannabis is the most widely used illicit drug in many developed societies. Its health and psychological effects are not well understood and remain the subject of much debate, with opinions on its risks polarised along the lines of proponents' views on what its legal status should be. An unfortunate consequence of this polarisation of opinion has been the absence of any consensus on what health ...

Adverse health effects of non-medical cannabis use.

For over two decades, cannabis, commonly known as marijuana, has been the most widely used illicit drug by young people in high-income countries, and has recently become popular on a global scale. Epidemiological research during the past 10 years suggests that regular use of cannabis during adolescence and into adulthood can have adverse effects. Epidemiological, clinical, and laboratory studie...

Effects of chronic, heavy cannabis use on executive functions.

This case describes the clinical course of a cannabis-dependent individual entering a 12-week abstinence-based research program. The case illustrates the effects of chronic, heavy cannabis use on executive functions at three time points: 1) 24 hours of abstinence; 2) 4 weeks of abstinence; and 3) 12 weeks of abstinence. It is followed by discussions by two clinical psychologists and a psychiatr...

Cannabis Consumption Systemic Adverse Effects

In the article entitled "Laboratory profiles of treatmentseeking subjects with concurrent dependence on cannabis and other substances: A comparative study", authors have focused on the systemic adverse effects of cannabis consumption through the evaluation of routine hematological parameters. Cannabis is extensively studied for its effects on the central nervous system, while its long term effe...

Adverse Health Consequences of Cannabis Use