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03-28-2024
Why cannabis makes some people feel very different than others
A new study led by the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) has explored the impact of individual variations in THC metabolism on the risk of cannabis use disorder (CUD) among young adults.  The research reveals that genetic differences in the metabolic breakdown of THC, the principal intoxicating component of cannabis, could significantly affect an individual's response to the drug and their susceptibility to CUD. What is cannabis use disorder? Cannabis use disorder affects about one in five cannabis users, leading to withdrawal symptoms, a heightened...
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