Self-medication with cannabis led to addiction in controversial trial

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By following 186 participants over three years, American researchers have investigated the advantages and disadvantages of medical cannabis for adults who struggle with anxiety, depression, pain, and insomnia. The research is published in the journal JAMA Network Open, highlighting that there is a serious risk of addiction. This is the most important finding, according to Peter Christian Leutscher, head of research, professor, and senior physician at the Center for Clinical Research at Aalborg University. "This is why the Danish trial scheme will be carried out in a different way," he says. (Summary provided by Infomedia) Sources: European cities, 29-01-2023

Period29 Jan 2023

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