A scientific discussion on the biological effects of cannabis (THC and CBD) on the brain and body, covering its psychoactive effects, potential medical benefits for conditions like pain, stress, and PTSD, as well as associated risks such as addiction, psychosis, and impacts on hormones.
About this podcast
In this in-depth episode, Dr. Andrew Huberman hosts Dr. Matthew Hill, a distinguished Professor of Cell Biology and Anatomy from the University of Calgary and an expert on cannabis biology. They delve into the intricate ways cannabis affects the brain, exploring the distinct impacts of THC versus CBD on perception, focus, memory, appetite, and stress. The discussion covers various administration routes, the implications of high-potency THC, and the crucial question of cannabis addictiveness. Listeners will gain an up-to-date understanding of the scientific evidence linking cannabis use to conditions like psychosis, anxiety, bipolar depression, or schizophrenia. The conversation also highlights the potential clinical benefits of CBD for stress regulation, sleep promotion, and disease treatment, while addressing the scientific basis of different cannabis strains, hormonal impacts, and its role in managing pain, PTSD, anxiety, and nausea. This episode offers a comprehensive, science-based guide to the potential benefits and risks of cannabis use.
podcaster host & Guests
Andrew Huberman
neuroscientist podcaster
Dr. Matthew Hill
cannabis biology neuroscience
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