Abstract Importance There is a pressing need for development of novel pharmacology for the treatment of Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). Given increasing use of medical cannabis among US military veterans…
Condition: Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Evidence for Use of Cannabinoids in Mood Disorders, Anxiety Disorders, and PTSD: A Systematic Review
Abstract Objective: Two primary compounds of the cannabis plant (Cannabis sativa), delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and cannabidiol (CBD), differentially and dose-dependently affect mood and anxiety. In this systematic review, the authors summarize…
The Cannabis Constituent Cannabigerol Does Not Disrupt Fear Memory Processes or Stress-Induced Anxiety in Mice
Abstract Introduction: Medicinal cannabis has proliferated around the world and there is increasing interest in the therapeutic potential of individual plant-derived cannabinoids (phytocannabinoids). Preclinical evidence suggests the phytocannabinoid cannabigerol (CBG)…
Cannabinoid polymorphisms interact with plasma endocannabinoid levels to predict fear extinction learning
Please use this link to access this publication. Abstract Background The endocannabinoid system is gaining increasing attention as a favorable target for improving posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) treatments. Exposure therapy…
Assessment of clinical outcomes in patients with post-traumatic stress disorder: analysis from the UK Medical Cannabis Registry
ABSTRACT Background The current paucity of clinical evidence limits the use of cannabis-based medicinal products (CBMPs) in post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). This study investigates health-related quality of life (HRQoL) changes…
Cannabis use and posttraumatic stress disorder: prospective evidence from a longitudinal study of veterans
Please use this link to access this publication. Abstract BackgroundPosttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is the most highly co-occurring psychiatric disorder among veterans with cannabis use disorder (CUD). Despite some evidence…
Effects of Cannabis on PTSD Recovery: Review of the Literature and Clinical Insights
Please use this link to access this publication. Abstract Purpose of Review Individuals with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) may use cannabis to reduce symptoms yet are also at risk for…
Marijuana and thromboembolic events in geriatric trauma patients: The cannabinoids clots correlation!
Please use this link to access publication Abstract Background Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) can alter the coagulation cascade resulting in hypercoagulability. The aim of our study is to evaluate the impact of THC use…
Cannabinoid modulation of brain activation during volitional regulation of negative affect in trauma-exposed adults
Please use this link to access publication Abstract Emotion dysregulation is considered a core component of posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Cognitive reappraisal is one therapeutic emotion regulation strategy that has been widely…
Cannabinoid use is enhanced by stress and changes conditioned stress responses
Abstract Individuals diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) are often comorbid for substance use disorders. Cannabis is widely used by PSTD patients, and the literature is mixed on whether cannabis…