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Recent survey data suggests that investor apprehension regarding a potential stock market crash could actually serve as a boost for stocks. What Happened: The survey revealed that more than half of Americans anticipate an impending U.S. stock-market crash. Interestingly, this widespread fear may...

In states where both medical and recreational marijuana are legal, patients are filling fewer prescriptions for medications commonly used to treat anxiety, according to a recent study published in JAMA Network Open. The findings consistently showed that increased access to marijuana correlates with...

In a reminder of the dangers of the unregulated cannabis market, a new study from RPC Labs in New Brunswick, Canada, has revealed alarmingly high levels of chemical contaminants in illicit cannabis vape cartridges. This study, which looked at products seized by law enforcement earlier...

A recent study has found that dronabinol, a synthetic version of THC (the primary psychoactive component in cannabis), effectively reduces agitation in Alzheimer's patients. Presented at the International Psychogeriatric Association conference in Buenos Aires, Argentina, the study reveals that...

A new study published in the American Journal of Agricultural Economics reveals that national cannabis legalization could significantly lower weed prices, especially in higher-cost U.S. markets. Led by economist Barry Goodwin from North Carolina State University, the analysis suggests that...

Researchers at the School of Public Health at the University of Colorado’s Anschutz Medical Campus are looking into the effects of cannabis on driving performance. This study, spanning two years, recruited more than 200 participants aged between 25 and 55 to understand the multifaceted...

A new study reveals how psilocybin, a compound in magic mushrooms induces dynamic hyperconnectivity in the brain, leading to profound ego-modifying experiences and feelings of oceanic boundlessness. Published in Biological Psychiatry: Cognitive Neuroscience and Neuroimaging, this research delves...

A study conducted by the Booth School of Business at the University of Chicago found OpenAI’s GPT-4 more proficient than humans in financial analysis and forecasting, even without industry-specific information. What Happened: The study which was made public last week,...

This article was originally published on Microdose and appears here with permission. Introduction To The Crisis And Ketamine’s Promise Chronic pain and depression are major health crises in the United States, significantly affecting the quality of life for millions. Traditional...

For the first time ever, the number of Americans who consume cannabis on a nearly daily basis has surpassed the number of people who drink that often, a shift some 40 years in the making as recreational marijuana use become more mainstream and legal in some form in nearly half of U.S. states. A new...

This article was originally published on Leafly and appears here with permission. A recent study conducted by a group of UK-based researchers found that medical cannabis was associated with improvements in health-related quality of life, anxiety, and sleep quality. This research adds...

Alcohol is losing ground to Cannabis and affecting demand in the food and beverage sectors, new research shows as Numerator unveils consumer trends in cannabis. This comprehensive survey of almost 6,000 individuals who have used THC and CBD products demonstrates shifts in alcohol consumption, an...

The state-legal medical marijuana programs nationwide have seen an uptick in the number of new patients enrolled since 2020, according to newly published federal research in the journal Annals of Internal Medicine. The study, conducted by the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the...

Research published in the Journal of Dental Research has shown CBD’s potential as a safe and effective alternative to opioids for acute dental pain, marking a significant advancement in pain management and opioid alternative research. The study, conducted by scientists from...

Healthy dogs can safely consume cannabinoids like CBD, CBDA and CBG daily with minimal risks, making them well-tolerated for long-term use, according to a new study. "Cannabinoids were well tolerated when healthy male and female beagles were dosed for 90 consecutive days," according to results...