Early, Regular Cannabis Use Seen to Alter Brain Region Tied to Cognitive Control

New research shows a clear link between early and regular cannabis use by youth and alterations in brain circuits that support aspects of executive functioning.
The study finds that the frequent and regular use of cannabis in youth alters the neural circuits by which the mind governs, regulates, and guides behaviors, impulses and decision-making based on goals.
The researchers found that these brain alterations were less intense in individuals who recently stopped using cannabis.
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