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Can pot make your brain grow?
Scientists at the University of Saskatchewan have discovered substances similar to those found in marijuana that can stimulate cell growth in the brain.
Xia Zhang, an associate professor in the U of S neuropsychiatry research unit, led a team that investigated the effects of HU-210, a synthetic cannabinoid similar to a group of compounds found in marijuana.
They found that rats receiving regular HU-210 treatments grew new brain cells in a region of the brain called the hippocampus.
The region is associated with learning and memory, as well as anxiety and depression.
Zhang says it's believed a shortage of cells in the hippocampus may be a factor in depression, so the researchers are optimistic HU-210 could offer a treatment for mood disorders.
Zhang cautions that HU-210 is a highly potent cannabinoid and isn't like anything found in street-grade marijuana.
In fact, Zhang's previous work with marijuana shows that while marijuana may contain medicinal compounds, symptoms of its use include acute memory impairment, addiction and withdrawal, the U of S said in a news release.
Results of the team's research were published in The Journal of Clinical Investigation on Thursday.
I always thought there was a conspiracy...... :lol:
Can pot make your brain grow?
Scientists at the University of Saskatchewan have discovered substances similar to those found in marijuana that can stimulate cell growth in the brain.
They found that rats receiving regular HU-210 treatments grew new brain cells in a region of the brain called the hippocampus.
The region is associated with learning and memory, as well as anxiety and depression.
Zhang says it's believed a shortage of cells in the hippocampus may be a factor in depression, so the researchers are optimistic HU-210 could offer a treatment for mood disorders.
Zhang cautions that HU-210 is a highly potent cannabinoid and isn't like anything found in street-grade marijuana.
In fact, Zhang's previous work with marijuana shows that while marijuana may contain medicinal compounds, symptoms of its use include acute memory impairment, addiction and withdrawal, the U of S said in a news release.
Results of the team's research were published in The Journal of Clinical Investigation on Thursday.
