Dr Daniel & Tana Amen
Dr Daniel & Tana Amen
Smoking Marijuana is NOT Going Green!
Smoking Marijuana is NOT Going Green!
Smoking Marijuana is NOT Going Green!
Monday 24th April 2017
Dr. Daniel and Tana Amen discuss surprising brain scan results on marijuana use and explore alternative pain relief options.
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Get the buttons here!Marijuana and Your Brain: What Science Really Says
Let us not say it's innocuous, it's not going green, as you like to say. And there's a new study out came out the same time. My study came out from Norway that if teenagers are smoking pot, it more than tripled their risk of becoming psychotic.
Ever wondered what marijuana really does to your brain? In this episode of The Brain Warrior’s Way Podcast, Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana Amen tackle the hot-button issue of marijuana use with a scientific lens. With legalization spreading across various states, the debate is more intense than ever. But what do brain scans actually reveal? Dr.
Amen and Tana share surprising findings from a recent study by Amen Clinics, showing that marijuana use significantly lowers activity in every area of the brain examined, particularly the right hippocampus—key for short-term memory. This raises concerns, especially as some states approve marijuana for dementia patients. Yet, the episode doesn't just stop at the negatives. Dr.
Amen and Tana discuss how marijuana can be beneficial for medical purposes, like pain relief, sharing personal anecdotes such as their father-in-law's battle with pancreatic cancer. They also explore alternative solutions for managing pain and anxiety, underscoring that there are safer options available. The episode aims to provide listeners with a balanced view, encouraging informed and cautious decision-making about marijuana use.
It's a must-listen for anyone curious about the real impact of marijuana on the brain and looking for healthier ways to cope with pain and anxiety.