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Articles and guides on Cannabis from the Psychable Learn hub.

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Cannabis

What are the Effects of Cannabis on Your Body and Mind?

Medical Editor: Dr. David Cox, PhD, ABPP Cannabis has been used for centuries in various cultures. In the United States, cannabis is still illegal on a federal level but many states have legalized it for medicinal and/or recreational purposes. With the legalization of cannabis in more and more US states, there are many people who […]

By Amber Kraus

5 min read
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Cannabis Oil for Pain Management: Does it Work?

Medical Editor: Dr. David Cox, PhD, ABPP Cannabis oil is a product that is made by extracting the cannabinoids (such as THC or CBD) from cannabis buds and flowers. Recently, CBD products have gained popularity as a treatment for a number of ailments. CBD products that contain little to no THC are popular because they […]

By Amber Kraus

5 min read
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Medical vs. Recreational Cannabis: Are They Any Different?

In the community of cannabis policy reformers and advocates, a common adage is, “all cannabis use is medicinal.” Every human being is equipped with an internal endocannabinoid system tasked with maintaining overall balance in the body, from temperature to blood sugar, pain, and sleep. From this approach, some claim there is no real difference between […]

By Katie Stone

7 min read
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Cannabis and Cancer Treatment – What the Research Says

Medical Editor: Dr. Lynn Marie Morski, MD, Esq In recent years, scientists have created many innovations for treating symptoms of cancer and cancer-related ailments. Sometimes, help and hope grow from the most unexpected places. Cannabis, or marijuana, is well known as a recreational drug. More recently, cannabis has been used for many medicinal purposes, including […]

By Liz Jarrard

5 min read

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