Lemetria Whitehurst

Psychedelics are becoming a hot topic in mental health research due to their reportedly positive effects on mental health. A new study published in Neuropharmacology highlights this potential by showing how a psychedelic compound called (R)-DOI can help with stress relief in mice subjected to repeated social aggression. This discovery offers hope for developing new…

THC, or tetrahydrocannabinol, is the component in cannabis that’s primarily responsible for its euphoric effects. It mimics natural substances in the body (endocannabinoids), attaching to and activating receptors that influence pleasure, memory, thinking, and coordination. Over the years, there has been a surge in the popularity of high-THC cannabis strains. These strains are not only…

Although cannabis is generally thought of as a healing miracle plant, for some unsuspecting consumers, there are potential downsides associated with overdoing it. One such downside is a rare but severe condition called cannabinoid hyperemesis syndrome (CHS).  Researchers estimate approximately 2.75 million Americans suffer from CHS. Understanding CHS is important for both doctors and consumers…