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Study Finds Marijuana and THC Improve Working Memory in Aging


With marijuana use surging among older adults, researchers are uncovering how it may influence age-related cognitive decline. A new study, published by the National Library of Medicine and as a preprint in bioRxiv, reveals that cannabis and Δ9-tetrahydrocannabinol (Δ9THC) may enhance working memory in aged individuals without worsening other cognitive impairments. The study concluded that … Continue reading

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