Positive Marijuana Research Database
Synthetic versions of cannabis (marijuana) have become more popular recently. They are generally manufactured to reproduce the effects of THC, and are available to the consumer via traditional stores and the internet. While these products are usually purchased by the recreational user, what about using them for the medicinal effects that natural THC offers? That […]
In 1996 California voters were the first to usher in the re-utilization of cannabis (marijuana) as a medicine in the United States. Although there are approximately 1 million medical marijuana cardholders in California alone, many of them are still vulnerable to stigma created by decades of propaganda. For example, this study demonstrated that facing social […]
Neuroblastoma is one of the most common solid cancers in children, and is associated with a poor prognosis in advanced cases. Cannabinoids have been found to show positive effects on cancer, and work in a variety of ways to create those effects. In this study, the 2 most common components of marijuana (cannabis), THC and […]
Over 4,400 adult internet users completed The Center for Epidemiologic Studies Depression scale and measures of marijuana use. An internet survey was used in order to attract the most depressed and marijuana involved participants – those who might not be willing to travel, discuss marijuana use on the phone, or in person. Comparisons were made […]
In this Canadian study of 271 medical marijuana patients, results were similar to that found for dispensary patients in New England, where many were able to reduce prescription medication. Cannabis (marijuana) is perceived to be an effective treatment for many diverse conditions, including pain and mental health, and 63% of these patients substituted marijuana for […]
Previous studies have demonstrated that opioid deaths have reduced in states that have legalized medical cannabis (marijuana). One explanation is that patients simply substitute marijuana for opioids. This study evaluated whether substituting marijuana was true for other psychoactive medications. 1,513 dispensary members in New England completed an online survey regarding their marijuana usage and substitution […]
A basic understanding of botanical remedies is that herbs contain many active ingredients, and that primary active ingredients are positively effected by the synergy of secondary compounds. In other words, the whole is better than any of the individual parts. In this abstract, the authors state that according to their literature review, there is good […]
Data from this study was gathered from the National Health and Nutritional Examination Survey from 1988-1994. The total sample was 10,896 adults. Marijuana (cannabis) use was based on self-reporting. There were 4 groups determined by marijuana use. 61% were non-users, 30% were past users, 5% were light users (1-4 times/month), and 3% were heavy users […]
The use of medical marijuana (cannabis) is continually increasing and it is most commonly used for pain, anxiety and depression. New information suggests that use and abuse of prescription drugs is decreasing where marijuana laws have been enacted. In this study, 2,774 individuals who reported using marijuana at least once in the previous 90 days, […]
The healing properties of plants have been used by humans for centuries, and cannabis sativa (marijuana) is one of the oldest ever used for medicinal purposes. In contrast to the whole plant or its extracts, medicinal products which only contain THC have been found to lack effectiveness and lead to unbearable side effects. The authors […]