Smoking a joint might act as an anti-depressant, but smoking five joints could be harmful. A McGill University study has found small doses of marijuana can raise serotonin levels, while too much of ...

Marijuana is made from the shredded and dried parts of the cannabis plant, including the flowers, seeds, leaves, and stems. It’s also known as pot, weed, hash, and dozens of other names. While many ...

In the first prospective study of synthetic cannabinoids or SCs - the group of chemicals that mimic the effects of marijuana - researchers have found that symptoms of depression, drinking alcohol, or ...

“It is horrifying, the scariest thing I’ve ever gone through in my entire life," one patient said Getty Cases of cannabinoid hyperemesis syndrome (CHS), a serious side effect of long-term cannabis use ...

Business Fortune explores how medical marijuana may boost focus, reduce anxiety, and offer a calmer alternative to your daily ...

More women are turning to marijuana to treat pregnancy-related illnesses, but experts warn of possible adverse side effects. Cannabis use is rising among pregnant women — especially during the first ...

Scientists want to create breathalyzers that show how recently a driver used marijuana. Researchers also are studying how cannabis impairs motor skills and reflexes for habitual and occasional users.