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Br J Psychiatry February 2001 PMID 11157422

Pharmacology and effects of cannabis: a brief review.

C H Ashton

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The overall tone reflects agreement on the article's depiction of cannabis risks, with posts mentioning that cannabis has multiple compounds, and concerns about long-term effects and societal harm, using words like 'interesting' and phrases such as 'widely known risks' to demonstrate a general acknowledgment and moderate interest.

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Most discussions acknowledge the review's findings, emphasizing that cannabis is not harmless and highlighting known risks.

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Users show moderate interest, referencing the article's content and implications without deep technical engagement.

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There are comments that reflect some engagement with the topic, such as debates about cognitive effects and health risks, but the depth remains moderate.

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The discussions suggest the article influences opinions, especially around health risks and societal perceptions, though without extensive follow-up or impact on policies.

Abstract in brief

  • The increasing recreational use of cannabis, especially among young people, has raised concerns about its effects on mental and physical health, as well as safety issues like impaired driving and academic performance.
  • Modern cannabis products tend to be more potent, and their active compounds (cannabinoids) interact with brain systems to affect psychomotor skills and cognition, with higher doses leading to greater impairments.
  • Besides mental effects, cannabis smoke contains harmful substances that pose respiratory and cardiovascular health risks similar to tobacco, and the overall perception of cannabis as harmless may underestimate its potential risks to individuals and society.]
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debunked!claims
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Sep 19, 2021 · 4 likes · 891 followers View post →
Freddy Asenjo
@ZnaeW · X

@JaimeSaezQuiroz Que no consumas weed antes de una sesión, no significa que no estés bajo sus efectos, puesto que estás ignorando el daño a largo plazo: 1.- https://t.co/x4SF3YkrXW 2.- https://t.co/aRbVFstG2g 3.- https://t.co/3U5HAYVvGn

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Oloruntoba Ogunfolaji
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Dec 21, 2021 · 2 likes · 1 share · 3,206 followers View post →
Ravage ⏚
@Thomas_Victor_A · X

@auntyfire Cet article aussi est intéressant, un peu daté maintenant mais toujours pertinent et plutôt accessible grand public pour une review académique : https://t.co/xbWHU8ff5C

Feb 19, 2024 · 1 like · 4,424 followers View post →
NCPC Central Cal
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Could #RecreationalCannabis have #cognitive effects on #YoungAdults? Researchers at @Cambridge_Uni examined the short-and long-term effects on cognitive performance. Short term effects include #psychomotor impairments. https://t.co/2vTwxj76JN https://t.co/M277xSALHX

Feb 2, 2021 · 1 like · 199 followers View post →
Rev. Ray Barnett Ph.D; Th.D
@pr_barnett · X

@braveunicorn55 Yes, but the adverse effects are widely known all over the globe "Cannabis is not, as widely perceived, a harmless drug but poses risks to the individual and to society." Ashton, C. (2001). Pharmacology and effects of cannabis: A brief review. British Journal of Psychiatry, 178

Oct 25, 2019 · 6,864 followers View post →

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Ravage ⏚
@Thomas_Victor_A · X

@auntyfire Cet article aussi est intéressant, un peu daté maintenant mais toujours pertinent et plutôt accessible grand public pour une review académique : https://t.co/xbWHU8ff5C

Feb 19, 2024 · 1 like · 4,424 followers View post →
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Freddy Asenjo
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@JaimeSaezQuiroz Que no consumas weed antes de una sesión, no significa que no estés bajo sus efectos, puesto que estás ignorando el daño a largo plazo: 1.- https://t.co/x4SF3YkrXW 2.- https://t.co/aRbVFstG2g 3.- https://t.co/3U5HAYVvGn

Jul 31, 2022 · 3 likes · 1,627 followers View post →
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RT @TobaOgunfolaji: On Cannabis... https://t.co/k7G1StgMFQ https://t.co/lUoKQYywOp https://t.co/ZIAzMPsb1Y https://t.co/zw41NWXR3T htt…

Dec 22, 2021 · 1 share · 1,082 followers View post →
Oloruntoba Ogunfolaji
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On Cannabis... https://t.co/k7G1StgMFQ https://t.co/lUoKQYywOp https://t.co/ZIAzMPsb1Y https://t.co/zw41NWXR3T https://t.co/F8FRwbZKCn

Dec 21, 2021 · 2 likes · 1 share · 3,206 followers View post →
debunked!claims
@debunkedclaims · X

Ci sono oltre 545 composti chimici conosciuti nella cannabis! https://t.co/TaOzxmYIa1 https://t.co/chPmwvjN89

Sep 19, 2021 · 4 likes · 891 followers View post →
NCPC Central Cal
@CalNcpc · X

Could #RecreationalCannabis have #cognitive effects on #YoungAdults? Researchers at @Cambridge_Uni examined the short-and long-term effects on cognitive performance. Short term effects include #psychomotor impairments. https://t.co/2vTwxj76JN https://t.co/M277xSALHX

Feb 2, 2021 · 1 like · 199 followers View post →
Daniel THFC #ENICOUT
@THFCDanT · X

@iNoahGuy1 @bubblygoo1 @MMAFighting @DamonMartin I’m not solely stating performance enhancing, I’m encouraging the fact that it’s banned. It’s banned in MMA the same reason it’s banned in flying planes, driving cars, trains etc. Here is a brief summary and review https://t.co/M5Nyc4c2v0

Dec 3, 2020 · 360 followers View post →
Rev. Ray Barnett Ph.D; Th.D
@pr_barnett · X

@braveunicorn55 Yes, but the adverse effects are widely known all over the globe "Cannabis is not, as widely perceived, a harmless drug but poses risks to the individual and to society." Ashton, C. (2001). Pharmacology and effects of cannabis: A brief review. British Journal of Psychiatry, 178

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