The Effects of Cannabis on the Brain & Body | Dr. Huberman
Explore how cannabis impacts the brain and body, including its effects on creativity, hormones and mental health. Dr. Huberman covers the benefits and risks of cannabis use.
Dr Huberman discusses cannabis (aka marijuana) the effects on the brain and body, including the biological mechanisms underlying its effects on the mind and body, its known medical applications, its impact on libido, creativity, hunger, hormones and more. He also cover the known adverse health consequences of chronic and even acute (one-time) use and the factors that determine if cannabis is helpful or harmful. Additionally, Dr Huberman details how the various strains of cannabis: sativa, indica and hybrid strains, can produce such divergent effects depending on the strain type, THC-to-CBD ratio, total dosage, and frequency of use. He reviews why cannabis can impact speech patterns and one’s propensity to develop anxiety/depression during and after use and, in some individuals, paranoia.
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