Dr. Roneet Lev
Dr. Roneet Lev
Episode #150 High Truths on Drugs and Addiction with Dr. Cyril D'Souza and Cannabis Research
Episode #150 High Truths on Drugs and Addiction with Dr. Cyril D'Souza and Cannabis Research
Episode #150 High Truths on Drugs and Addiction with Dr. Cyril D'Souza and Cannabis Research
Monday 6th November 2023
Dr. Cyril D'Souza joins Dr. Roneet Lev to discuss cannabis' impact on mental health and ongoing research at Yale's Cannabis Research Center.
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Episode Overview
- The medical marijuana card's deviation from standard care and its impact on patient well-being
- Insights into the brain's reaction to cannabis and the potential impact on motivation and depression
- Ongoing research at the Yale Center for the Science of Cannabis and Cannabinoids
- The potential of psychedelics in addressing PTSD, anxiety, and depression
- The need for medical and psychiatric supervision when considering powerful drugs
Rewiring the brain is certainly possible, and it depends when that happens. The brain is an incredible, plastic organ, and even in our 70s, we can learn and form new connections. If Mark's son stops using cannabis, he might be able to change his brain in a way to compensate for any problems he may have experienced.
Ever wondered how cannabis impacts mental health? In this episode of 'High Truths on Drugs and Addiction', Dr. Roneet Lev sits down with Dr. Cyril D'Souza, a top expert in cannabis research and psychiatry at Yale University. They tackle the tricky subject of medical marijuana cards, discussing how they don't follow the same guidelines as other prescriptions. A concerned parent’s call highlights the real-world impact of cannabis on mental health, particularly in young people. Dr.
D'Souza explains how cannabis affects the brain, especially during its development, and shares insights from ongoing research at Yale's Cannabis Research Center. If you're curious about the science behind cannabis and its broader implications, this episode is a must-listen.