Cannabis Changes Your Brain: Why It Makes You More Stressed & How To Stop Using It | Dr. Yasmin Hurd

Dr. Yasmin Hurd is the Director of the Addiction Institute within the Mount Sinai Behavioral Health System as well as the Ward Coleman Chair of Translational Neuroscience and Professor of Psychiatry and Neuroscience at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in New York. Dr. Hurd is an internationally renowned neuroscientist whose translational research examines the neurobiology of drug abuse and related psychiatric disorders. Her research exploring the neurobiological effects of cannabis and heroin has significantly shaped the field. Using multidisciplinary research approaches, her research has provided unique insights into the impact of developmental cannabis exposure and epigenetic mechanisms underlying the drug’s protracted effects into adulthood and even across generations. Dr. Hurd’s basic science research is complemented by clinical laboratory investigations evaluating the therapeutic potential of novel science-based strategies for the treatment of opioid addiction and related psychiatric disorders including pioneering work with cannabidiol.
Today on the show we discuss: how cannabis changes the brain, why it messes with your ability to manage stress, why cannabis is more dangerous today, what must happen to prevent kids from abusing cannabis, what cannabis does to mental health, whether or not it’s a gateway drug, how recover from cannabis addiction and more.
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[@Hawaii96720]

10th day for me. Luckily I am blessed with a loving supportive family. I was a heavy user for 20 years, I quit because I finally grew up. finally realized I was living a life that wasn't real. Quit to see how improvements in my physically training and sports will be. the first several days were brutal, insomnia, migraines , nausea and really pissed off. These days I'm feeling much better, thinking clearly and my workouts are actually much improved. The DREAMS are unreal. getting better sleep and my energy is through the roof. Mentally its a long road, but i feel unstoppable and much more confident in who I am. My family notices the difference and that's the important thing to me!! Stay the course, you can do it. Videos like these help me out so much! Aloha from Hawaii!!!!

[@shannoncat1984]

Thank you!! Im glad u feels better. I got realky chunky and i lost 5 pounds after a slowed down its crazy I thought i needed to eat that much but it was all just muchies.

[@Hawaii96720]

@@shannoncat1984 update! I'm doing so much better! My fitness has greatly benefited from not smoking everyday. Been running 3x a week and strength training much improved. Finding the natural dopamine hit was one of the hardest transitions for me, exercise has been the saving grace. my focus and family life is awesome. I don't feel anxious anymore, so many good things. good luck to you, and to all of you who want to change your life and break an addiction.

[@cliffordolive1]

Bullshit!

[@Hawaii96720]

Over 2 months sober! Winning!! Don’t even crave it anymore!!

[@whitneyw.7919]

I feel you on this, hordes of pple say “weed is not addictive” and this is a BOLD LIE all the way. It’s both physically and psychologically addictive.

[@jackrock1313]

Been consuming cannabis for over 30 years with zero issues

[@kathleenking47]

It gave my daughter paranoia...she could drink though Also, some had COVID shot with no issues, but many have major issues

[@tybowesformerlygoat-x7760]

I guess, though, it's impossible to know if your life would be better now if you hadn't smoked for the last 30 years.

[@hex_metal_barbie4]

​@@kathleenking47 you are right. I think canibus helps identify things like paranoia. Not everyone gets it when they consume it. Also, different strains do different things. Sativa is more high energy and a mind high- or cerebral. Indica is more of a couch lock and will make you less inclined to do things or it makes you lazy. Personally I use it to calm down and settle in after work. I still function and get things done but with the edge dulled.

[@whitneyw.7919]

I don’t believe this. Addicts are often blind to reality.

[@benjaminhawke2080]

@@kathleenking47 Then she should not smoke it. Blessing to you and yours.

[@Skadiddlydoosh]

Several "Oh crap" moments for me while watching this. Thank you, Doug and Dr. Hurd. I have pickled my body with THC (every form) for the past 15 years. I am a 46F (never used pot as a kid) and I am so over this addiction! I hate it! I quit cold turkey several years ago, had horrible mental side effects, insomnia, chills, etc for SEVERAL MONTHS. I tested hot 4 months after quitting, got all discouraged and went right back to the THC. Now, for the past 4 weeks, I am using CBD (0% THC) wax & CBD flower mixed with measured out THC flower and SLOWLY tapering off THC. I want to be quit so bad and I will! So far the tapering is helping HUGELY. Still having some discomfort mentally but one day at a time!

[@nieceyd7685]

Yes, Good Blessings.💕🎉

[@nicovalenzuela4044]

That's amazing to hear! How are you doing now?

[@Skadiddlydoosh]

Very shortly after watching this video, I smoked a few CBD flower joints for appx 4 weeks off and on whenever I had cravings or was hanging with friends who smoked. AFTER 4 weeks I just lost motivation to smoke CBD, lost motivation for a lot of things. I am now 60 days quit. My official quit date was March 28th. That is when I quit THC flower, edibles, dabbing and vaping. Depression has been very bad. Zero energy. Insomnia and nightmares every night. I don't have cravings because I feel so gross. I know it is from 15+ years of heavy abuse. I choose each day to fight knowing someday I will feel normal again. I am very anti THC nowadays. Hardest 'drug' I've ever quit.

[@Jay-kk3dv]

Is it cannabis or high stressed people using cannabis to relieve stress

[@ReginaMcNeish]

THIS!!! She (marijuana) always tells you where you are at, you are suppose to adjust your mindset when you become aware of the stress within. If you are not aware of this you will suffer the anxiety.

[@DJBenito304]

It’s high stressed people using cannabis to relieve stress 💯🤷🏽‍♂️💨

[@Jorge-ki3cs]

It is quite clear is the second one. I buy It is a bad strategy long term, bad most psych drugs are worse. Not much research on that.

[@ThugNipples]

I used to abuse weed every day in my early 20s. It stopped being fun, as became paranoid everytime. One time I swore my work colleague was plotting to murder me and somehow it all made sense. Life is so much better without it.

[@Spartan-Of-Truth]

Cool story. Not.

[@ThugNipples]

@Devonpinky09 Dangit. Now I wish it were worse. 😞 So how do fk up like you?

[@carlbland68]

@@Spartan-Of-Truth like your life

[@Spartan-Of-Truth]

@@carlbland68 😆

[@carlbland68]

@@Spartan-Of-Truth a whats funny not drugs espicially weed

[@supp282]

I was a social butterfly until i started smoking weed at 22. Now im 26 almost and im so scared of people its almost embarrassing. I wouldn't recommend weed to anyone who is sensitive by nature

[@samflora7227]

Same here, amazing how after just one week I’m a lot more comfortable talking to people again.

[@carlbland68]

f people there very overrated @@samflora7227

[@larrytate1657]

@@samflora7227 you’re lucky many people get severe anxiety disorders from weed that continue even after quitting and they need anxiety meds.

[@millennialgeisha2192]

there's hope for us 🫂

[@donmcron3334]

All in your head bro

[@zentzu4003]

it’s only useful if you can use it once in a while and not get addicted

[@susanhills8015]

This video was SO interesting and informative. Thank you both x

[@rtsstream]

unfortunately its taken me till the age of 43 to realize how much worse my anxiety and stress are due to marijuana.

[@Spartan-Of-Truth]

Because you lack discipline?

[@dmtsmokingman]

Are you trolling or ineptitude incarnate

[@GregtheGrey6969]

49 same

[@carlbland68]

ur so deluded about a dirty plant @@Spartan-Of-Truth

[@windyacresway]

55...same...thought the weed was helping my anxiety but the reality is it caused it.

[@SidneySmith678]

Thank you for this important discussion!!

[@Aloha4You]

I appreciate both of you. Great conversation.

[@banjomechanic]

This is some real talk. I would encourage open discussion about cannabis and other drugs. My parents never had any talk at all with me and just tolerated my smoking pot from Jr High into college and beyond. I agree that the potency today is worlds stronger than the 90s. That’s one reason I quit in my mid 40s. It wasn’t even fun anymore. I totally grew out of it when I got sick of the other 40 somethings who were going nowhere in life. Mediocrity at its finest. But how they love their pot and defend their right to smoke. It’s a mentality that can be nipped in the bud (no pun intended) when a parent or guardian fosters an open environment where a kid (and friends) are comfortable talking about their experiences outside the home and they are able to have discussions that allow young people to come to healthy and beneficial conclusions on their own.

[@adamisaac4685]

I'm in the middle of 30 day break. the herb is wonderful when used medicinally for pain.

[@elvispresley9160]

its different for everyone. Ive smoked weed for 35 years. I am in a 16 year relationship, I have owned a successful restaurant for 20 years. I am trying to retire early. Weed has helped me to manage stress, mood and sleep. I dont drink or do drugs. Alcohol is the worst. I switched to edibles in the last few years so I could eliminate the health risks of smoking. Its not all bad for every person like youre saying. Snoop dog seems to have done alright for himself and so have I. As far as the kids , Im not advocating it for them. They need to be focused and creating their futures. This did not appear to be a kids show. This is an adult talk about it.

[@mrmegabuckssongs]

I only do edibles. Strong. But not regularly. Usually once or two a month max.

[@erinweil9494]

I have to take edibles to keep my rage in a cage. I can't hurt my kids the same way my dad hurt me. When they are old enough to talk to and understand me, then I will quit. But for now it keeps Mr. Hyde asleep.

[@SidneySmith678]

My 19 year old son suffered a marijuana induced psychosis. It took 3 months of taking anti-psychotics to get him back. But it triggered bi-polar and now he regularly has BP mania and at times psychosis even while taking BP medicine. Please do not use marijuana! You don’t know how your body will react to the THC. Our family is devastated because my son has never been the same since this happened.

[@Spartan-Of-Truth]

Sure.

[@larrytate1657]

@@Spartan-Of-Truth why would someone lie about something like that. Weed creates an intense high, you don’t believe it’s possible that some peoples brains don’t agree with it? Some people can’t eat peanuts ffs.

[@billiebandoff]

The medication does even more damage stop those before it’s to late

[@carlbland68]

your a fruit loop @@Spartan-Of-Truth

[@Beverlyhillsfinest]

@@Spartan-Of-Truth😂😂😂😂

[@johannesniskanen7370]

I think smoking everyday is very dangerous habit, i also think smoking once a month is not that harmful.

[@adamisaac4685]

moderation is key with herb.

[@galemiller7422]

I smoked weed everyday for years and as I got older it started giving me panic attacks and depersonalization I haven't watched it yet but I just thought I'd make that comment

[@jordantony1796]

Weed was fun back in the day but when the government legalized it I noticed weed become different feel different not fun anymore more expensive

[@shannoncat1984]

Totally!!! I smoke once a week anymore then that and its bad news

[@marcussmart3275]

Led vs hps/mh. Led gives a more pointed high because it's lacking compared to a full spectrum light such as high pressure sodium or metal halide. This is all a cash grab from what I'm gathering. The sun is the best at growing. It provides a medicinal product that's balanced and won't make you lose your mind.

[@BeyondPC]

It's not marijuana. It is industrial hemp. THCA does not get you high like THC does - it gets you a 'buzz' but it is not the same. If you don't believe me do this: put some hemp buds on a cookie sheet. Cover with foil. Bake at 290f for 7 minutes. Smoke it. Flavor is reduced but you actually get high and don't get a headache. Smoke the THCA bud without baking and the carboxyl groups become smog which quickly gives a headache especially if smoked fast and hard.

[@forestsnow6508]

It's 8 times more expensive than 'back in the day'

[@windyacresway]

Great video guys,this explains why people diagnosed with anxiety has doubled in the last 10 years.

[@benjaminhawke2080]

No it doesn't. I'm sure the price of everything including food and rent has doubled in the last ten years. How about covid and inept governance? That causes plenty of anxiety. Don't blame it on the weed.

[@windyacresway]

@@benjaminhawke2080 a lot of things can cause anxiety,for me it was the weed.

[@kimwoods267]

Good video

[@meatballmagoo6134]

I know millionaires business owners who smoke everyday. An excavator w/ government contacts a retired cable contractor had bucket trucks and employees started out climbing telephone poles 1980. My cousin was a detective pinalas country left his job became a realtor full time title business buying and selling, sold the business 14 million retired, he's fine.

[@shannoncat1984]

I find this hard to believe that they physically feel ok. Personally i feel like shit if i smoke every day likely because it highjacking my dopamine levels and im needing that hit to feel normal. Greater addiction and psychiatric decline can take place because your throwing off the homeostasis in your body. I still enjoy it for other reasons but i try to keep it to once a week. Sober feels way better

[@meatballmagoo6134]

@@shannoncat1984 it's a cure all

[@meatballmagoo6134]

@@shannoncat1984 I don't know about all that...homeostasis ... dopamine...sounds like crack rock

[@laurahenry3562]

No matter how u slice an dice it ,combustion in any form is not good for the lungs an heart ,Vapeing is worse ,,,,they never discuss LUNG OR HEART DISEASE,LOL

[@Hairbytyra.s]

Been consuming marijuana since July 4 2016 but went on a binge from December of that year on n off from 2022. I was 17 when i started, 24 when i stopped. I’ve been consuming delta 9 as of late but rarely. I’m so happy i am stopping. I got psychosis multiple times and that was enough for me to fight to quit.

[@CeleXyToles]

The perception that it cures anxiety is a very real issue. The symptoms of those heavy users are very similar to mental illness from GAD to schizophrenia. Thank you for sharing 💚

[@matheusvictor4179]

This neuroscientist is very intelligent. Thanks for sharing your knowledge.

[@monsieurhercule]

Can we see some peer reviewed research papers please.

[@Truther1617]

Not everyone is affected this way. I started smoking weed when 16yrs old till now 60+yrs. without weed I’m stressed out, I get agitated very easy. I can let crap go far far faster and easier when I’m using weed. Also, it’s great for my arthritis.

[@unicorndiva1357]

Interesting

[@suesjoy]

I worry about the legalization of cannabis and the effect on young people since the bain doesn’t stop developing until age 25. I started smoking at age 14 and didn’t really stop until age 60- last year (with gaps in between). I was born in 1962 and believed the false notion that it was only psychologically addictive! Wrong. Thankfully we raised a wonderful daughter in spite of my (“controlled”) use when she was small. I was lucky to be mostly a stay at home mom (we didn’t have smart phones then) and totally dedicated my life to her- I love being a mom. I stopped drinking 10 years ago, but then relapsed with pot during covid. It was a nightmare withdrawing from it! I was really shocked. So grateful to be sober, thanks to 12 step programs!

[@Victoria.Verde51]

I lived w a chronic longterm cannabis user. He smoked a joint evert hr or 2 round the clock, and over 3 yrs he developed COPD, heart issues, and Hyperemis (frequent vomiting after use) I haven't smoked since Mt early 20's and am So Happy I gave it up! Oh, he also lost 7 jobs in less than 3 yrs😮

[@suesjoy]

@@Victoria.Verde51 good for you! Did your ex? partner ever give it up? So sad.

[@seraphimsmith5902]

I hear you - covid was hard and very very triggering for smoking

[@dannyrey3403]

Willie Nelson is doing just fine...🤣

[@mrmegabuckssongs]

Cannabis helps me. I love it but only do edibles - of the strong kind. Usually at least 500mg of THC per serving. I don't get anxiety from it. If anything its actually helped me manage myself and my emotions. Sure its not for everyone. The dose is important too. Lets not throw out the baby with the bathwater.

[@Jay-kk3dv]

500mg? Thats an insane amount, what’s that like

[@lydiajoymcdowell-davis3390]

It doesn't make you anxious while you're high but between the times when you are actively intoxicated. Thats when it decreases your ability to deal with those feelings - during the in-between times.

[@davidinwashington]

LOL, I don't believe you at all. The standard dose for edibles is 10mg per serving. You telling me you eat 50 cookies or chocolates at a time? Complete BS liar.

[@SamyFidel]

Dr. Heard.s favorite words. I heard that.

[@stephenwright8257]

I have smoked 50 years and don’t have any anxiety. I use it for pain.

[@simo2073]

Day 41 sin fumar. Definitely notice how much better capable I am at dealing with stressful situations

[@daniellubowa595]

Does it mean we are naturally designed to take it?

[@shashankp891]

😂 weed isnt for every budy everytime it depends on individuals place how they use it.for my chronic pain its a magic herb that helps with sever pain definitely it as down sides using with cautious an knowledge of it gives us ways use it.

[@denny4471]

i use for chronic pain. Doesn't stop the pain, but makes it tolerable.

[@mattricopena]

4th time of trying, I really want nothing to do with the drug! Love a smoke, oral fixation issues ...

[@zsazsa8006]

I have been smoking daily for 30 years daily morning to night... I have no issues with stress. I live in beautiful BC where the bud is abundant. I find it interesting to hear someone's opinion to something she has no personal experience with...lol

[@donteventhinkaboutit_]

Yet you smoke it from morning to night lmao. "i hAv3 n0 sTrEsS"

[@Spartan-Of-Truth]

Exactly!!!

[@larrytate1657]

She’s looking at scientific studies, she’s not sharing her opinion. You could either be an outlier or in denial. The studies show the avg results of a group of people. Doug has also smoked a lot in the past himself.

[@TheRealEffluence]

The reason you have no stress is because you are using it to numb yourself. Quit for abit and you'll be introduced to your real sober self

[@shannoncat1984]

Sounds like your using to numb your emotions and that what it exactly does. When was the last time you cryed?

[@backroomsuperstar]

Not sure what 'European' studies have been done, but they just legalized it in Germany. Spain I'm sure it's legal, or getting there anyway. UK you can get flower on prescription as long as it's vaped, for a whole range of qualifying conditions

[@Angela-zp2gy]

Anyone hear of CHS? Ive had it twice only solution is to quit weed. I am off weed 3 weeks. Withdrawal has been tough

[@windyacresway]

Keep going buddy,you got this...

[@marcussmart3275]

Shit sucks, had it 2004-2005. Comeing back on occasion was how I lost it.

[@StevenSantaCruz-ix9is]

Weed makes ppl so awkward including me

[@obque86nz]

Also makes a lot of people conscious to

[@NoneBusiness-ej8qz]

Problem is synthetic marijuana as well it sprayed on thca or THC back onto hemp

[@NoneBusiness-ej8qz]

That is the reason for increased psychosis crack pot or synthetic my opinion

[@unraveledultimatefate]

To my understanding this could be primary causes of newer cases of Schizophrenia and Psychosis without necessarily having genetic vulnerability or a disease that was laid dormant, which means everyone who uses this for 'medical purposes only' will have one disqualification, which is the mental health, this in the longer term raises a risk of psychiatric illnesses than other substances, combined with psilocybin mushrooms, but as a psychoactive derivative it is the mildest but it's consequences are harsh. Only in the last years i'm realizing that i have believed in a myth that weed is absolutely harmless and has been banned for wrong reasons, but no, when a law makes a draft and enforces a law it's there for a reason, unreasonable laws aren't enforced, it may of have been banned due to political interest, but public health wasn't concern here, i as well thought that 'hey they ban it because we can't tax it and don't need' but no, public health is something else.

[@FixItStupid]

Fluoride In The Water & BAD FOOD You Know & Back ground Radiation @ 40 CPM

[@SIBXCDA]

Whatever the substance, when it stops serving you, and you become a slave to it, it's time to quit. I would add that the legalization of marijuana makes it much more difficult to abstain. Depending on the state/town/city you live in, there might very well be an almost surreal density of pot shops. I wonder how they all even stay in business... One thing is for sure, the industry depends on the recruitment of new users. IMO it is on it's way to becoming just a dangerous (and insidious) as the tobacco industry ever was.

[@shannoncat1984]

I agree

[@Pyrrhic537]

Im not sure. Last time I had it was 4 year's ago excluding CBD weed about 3 year's ago and I was much less stressed. I think it depends on variety, quantity and individual brain.

[@Spartan-Of-Truth]

Agreed. These people have it out AGAINST a super potent anti-inflammatory.

[@pierrenorwood1997]

It's not the weed It's the way the weed smoker thinks the rest of the world is gonna judge them. The fear of being looked at as a outcast, fear of losing or inability to get work. All the stigma that comes alone with smoking weed in my opinion

[@anonymissed3611]

Even pro pot Joe Rogan has casually mentioned knowing people who had severe and lasting psychotic breaks after edibles.

[@SamyFidel]

Any thing will change the brain 🧠. No biggie. Food that is nutritious is need to get out of dependence on drugs

[@daneomegan]

Newsflash: overdoing anything is never positive..

[@SamoraC]

When i smoke weed i feel like i cant breathe and feel like imma die. 10 years ago id just feel so good smoking it. The legal weed aint good for u. Idk if its chemicals or i may have a medical condtion or what. But Trust me i love weed. Just pay attention to how u feel when u smoke it.

[@Spartan-Of-Truth]

You also don’t use proper English. So… invalid.

[@obque86nz]

Try edibles, start low and slow. It’s different to smoking it

[@MJ-sj9ho]

It helps seizures!!!!!

[@meatballmagoo6134]

I don't understand what they're talking about 🧐

[@rodb66]

It's strange how they're pushing weed these days like it's some healthy supplement. I've known people who went from smoking weed in the 70s and early 80s to being on crack during the crack era.

[@waedjradi]

I'm glad I can smoke pot when I feel like it, whilst going years without consumption. I don't ever want to be someone that thinks they NEED pot.

[@brianbertrand8322]

While good for you, your testimony is not good for those in denial. THC has variability by person, and some percentage of people are like you, but that's not the case for far too many who will not recognize the frogs water getting boiled untill it's highly problematic, as they've used the rare cases of less addiction and less sensitivity (perhaps in your case) as if it applies to them as well, when it doesn't.

[@stutaylor2584]

I'm only 7 minutes in and I couldn't disagree more. No worries tho. Everybody's lives are so incredibly complicated and different. At 58, I know a thing or two about my relationship with cannabis and its pros and cons, but I'm no expert. ✌️❤️

[@cliffordolive1]

Marijuana is a sympathy while your focused on looking for the star 🌟 😅 star eye

[@blood_sausage9620]

I wish I could smoke cannabis.

[@DMLYT777]

How does this compare to nicotine, alcohol, xanax, fentanyl & other opiods?

[@DMLYT777]

opioids

[@DMLYT777]

How many deaths attributed to cannabis annually?

[@michaelr5606]

Dude no one is telling you to stop smoking. 😂

[@DMLYT777]

IFYKYK

[@michaelr5606]

@@DMLYT777 IK

[@SassyPatriot1776]

So many commercials 🤯

[@StevenSantaCruz-ix9is]

Dude I was about to comment that! Wtf!

[@JeremyKersten]

Pay for KZbin. Problem solved.

[@gigileigh6611]

Can we all agree to stop calling it by its racist connotation?

[@christinestumcke9817]

And why is govt making it legal!? It's so frustrating.

[@benjaminhawke2080]

Freedom of choice. It is beneficial for some. There are times when it is helpful. It is a tool. I've seen it stop someone from suicide. It helps my brother with his MS and a friend with Parkinson's. There is no one size fits all. Prison and fines for using it only hurts people and unnecessarily puts folks in Jail. Work on your own body and don't legislate mine.

[@scarraven8165]

Misleading content will be great what you say is 100% false and its a fact every person get it different with weed some is good and some people better not to that’s how it is I never had stress say it

[@vonholland64]

Cannabis relieves stress. End of discussion.

[@macbrazzle754]

Weed back in the 70’s was much better I’ve been puffing since 13 50 years never did anything bad to me your wrong period

[@michaelr5606]

Your personal experience means nothing. MADD give a presentation on the dangers of drinking and driving. I say “we’ll I’ve been drinking and driving every day for 40 years and I’ve never hurt so much as a squirrel. You’re(not your) wrong.” My experience may be a data point but it’s not the data on the dangers of drinking and driving.

[@danielwhite4996]

anecdotal. next

[@nylafink1506]

So do a side by side of alcohol no one seems to be worried about the long term effects nor the lives lost from over doses. I am pro cannabis, why you can choose to drink or not, THC is much safer. As a veteran that is offered big pharma death cocktails as well as the ability to drink alcohol at will because it's legal. My chances of death just due to meds alone is higher. Who has died from THC??? Do the study and compare to other schedule drugs and alcohol. No one thinks that this is the weed of the 70's and 80's.

[@KillaKev1006]

They are talking about the physiological effects of it and the harm. Just because you don’t physically die doesn’t mean it doesn’t happen emotionally, spiritually, etc.

[@9900killer]

Yeah you’re missing the whole point. Have you ever thought that there’s a different side?

[@9900killer]

The problem is that people are starting to smoke 24/7 and that’s NOT healthy. Hence why there’s a surge of more people suffering from these withdrawals. I’m NOT against weed, I partake all the time, but I do respect and understand how it affects people and if people are saying they’re having a hard time with it, then it’s our job to look into it.

[@cliffordolive1]

You need to educate yourself as to the motive of the research!

[@ToreMix7400]

I don't understand why I don't like it, then... Especially what you get these days, is far too strong and debilitating. I don't understand why people call it a "soft drug", (whatever that conceptualise)... I think it's foolish to demonise the use of any drug, however. Not evangelise them, either way. Cannabis is useful in a medical context, just like the other old "natural" drugs we still use. Like opiates etc. But, I think adults should have their own choice, but it's best to be careful and honest with yourself... (Btw. some of the strongest and most nasty toxins we know, are natural products from other organisms.)

[@savagerc5752]

What is a large amount of THC? I mean damn, it's 2024 you should be able to tell me what is too many milligrams a day by now.

[@hasanvlog4505]

One time weed somking 4 puff but rezal my sleeping gon and I feel dying in though

[@BeachCrew100]

Weed exaggerates every feeling. It will eventually make you more anxious if you keep smoking it.

[@emersiv5631]

I agree with this At the same time it’s not for everyone. Some people say it makes them more relaxed while others it gives them bad anxiety…I think it’s just a base to base case. I started using it for pain because I had a messed up hand and it definitely helped with the pain. I noticed my anxiety got worse and it sucked because I liked marijuana for pain relief. I wish I was one of those people who got the relaxation benefits 😅

[@pluejr7698]

Delta 9 tch will flatten out our receptors. Cbd cbg, cbn tcha, are good. Just stay away from getting high... delta 9 thc eventually will harm u down the road. Stay sober... get high on life via exercise, meditation, music

[@forestsnow6508]

Cannabis messes up the circadian cycle. There's no point to meditation or doing yoga if you are a stoner. you're never going far.

[@JG-yr9tk]

Uhm this isn't true for everyone.

[@costaboyy]

She sounds high

[@NoneBusiness-ej8qz]

Addiction use disorder....

[@adamisaac4685]

before I even waste any time watching this. does this Lady or gentleman demonize cannabis? just curious. if not I'll watch. I can't stand it when people with no actual experience using the herb demonize the plant. it could literally save the planet. makes better clothes, better shoes, better oil, better money. we literally could stop cutting down trees, and use hemp for paper. it's a huge cash crop that could save the farmers of America. I'm in the middle of a 30 day detox. but the plant has been nothing but good to me. hemp for victory!! it is good to take a few months off here and there. and I wouldn't do anything everyday. moderation is key.

[@skyandwater662]

This great lady unfortunately is using her title to try to inform the public with false information along with alot of her personal "hypothesis". I would be surprised to hear that this ind. Has any personal experience with cannabis other than her studies.

[@skyandwater662]

Ps, I agree with a lot of her great info, but some of it is absolutely misleading and inaccurate.

[@hex_metal_barbie4]

This answer is based on the title. Ive been using canibus most of my life. Im not paranoid. It helps calm me down and focus on the issues i need to face. That being said , its not for everyone.

[@georgesofronidis4273]

Weed is dependent on the smoker , some can handle it and some can't and that's with everything in life . I've smoked for 35 years and I don't have any issues . What a load of rubbish , why don't they talk about pharmaceutical drugs that people take for anxiety. There are those in our communities who have underlying mental health issues and when they smoke weed oh! It's the weed that's the problem , no it's the person . If its not for you and you have mental health problems then give it up or don't start .

[@flokilothbrok2213]

First we need to say america is a drug country so good luck

[@420Domingo]

One word, hubris. I’d say this information is misdirected, and fails to explain how this issue isn’t going to effect everyone. Lmao. Crazy title too.

[@danielfisher6501]

Sauna use changes brains. Exercise changes brains. Omega 3 changes brains. Is it changing for better or worse is the question.

[@BobbySanders-bf2fr]

You are so deep.....

[@danielfisher6501]

@@BobbySanders-bf2fr how ya mum likes it

[@vegetibilis2422]

She in cringe a.f

[@Truthspoken6470]

Stay out them bs dispensaries its not real weed yall

[@jannetranberg7186]

Nice, TOTALL BULLCRAP.

[@ryanwiley7894]

This was a boring podcast with little to no new details, science is lacking on THC, one important thing to note is that as she speaks she lumps small doses and huge doses together which is beyond silly as most things will make a U curve if you take too much. Don't be run out by fear folks, if you have heightened anxiety try lowering the dose/ taking a break for a few days and returning with a lower dose. It's nice to throw the word expert in here but for people who have done their due diligence and looked over the studies this is mostly useless as their is very little good science that really says THC is harmful.

[@youngblood2]

Wrong!!!

[@BeyondPC]

OMG did she just say you could get high walking the streets and smelling weed? What a horrendous liar. Liar liar liar. Get off the podium.

[@TonyYuEvangelism]

There are NO benefits to marijuana.

[@emersiv5631]

It should just be treated the same as alcohol. Obviously nobody should be drinking alcohol all day everyday same with Marijuana. Weed may last longer in the system but I do believe the impairment isn’t the same. Alcohol makes it extremely hard to do motor functions and marijuana is similar but marijuana also increases focus. Don’t get me wrong it’s still hard to do things that require balance,depth perception,awareness….but marijuana can help in certain situations that require focus. Alcohol just impairs everything with no benefit. I’m not saying marijuana is a better option…it just has some use cases where it’s beneficial. I do agree that marijuana can affect stress & anxiety. That’s why I think it should be used just like alcohol. It should be used occasionally just for “fun”. I just figured out all this recently. I noticed smoking weed was just making my anxiety worse yet it was still better than alcohol for me. I still like using it occasionally but only as a relaxing substance or when at a party hanging out with friends. I feel like it mainly has to do with the environment your in as it just exacerbates feelings & situations in your environment. It’s still enjoyable just used correctly in certain environments. Both Alcohol & weed are still bad for your body overall just use both sparingly. ( I originally used Marijuana for pain which YES it helped a lot) that said it still has some benefits.