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#YOULIVE 178 -Love Cannabis? Simone Bienne & Dr Jonathan Stea
#YOULIVE 178 -Love Cannabis? Simone Bienne & Dr Jonathan Stea
#YOULIVE 178 -Love Cannabis? Simone Bienne & Dr Jonathan Stea
Monday 1st April 2019
Dr. Drew and Simone Bienne chat with Dr. Jonathan Stea about cannabis addiction, its impact on mental health, and the importance of long-term research.
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Get the buttons here!Cannabis and Mental Health: Dr. Jonathan Stea Breaks It Down on This Life #YOULIVE
Cannabis addiction accounts for the highest among all illicit substances... I worry about every chemical in our relationship with it.
Ever wondered if cannabis is a friend or foe to your mental health? Dr. Drew and co-host Simone Bienne dive into this hot topic with Dr. Jonathan Stea, a clinical psychologist who's been making waves with his recent articles in Scientific American. They tackle some burning questions: Can you really get addicted to cannabis? Does it soothe anxiety or make it worse? And what's the deal with the placebo effect? Dr.
Stea doesn't hold back, sharing insights on the over 100 chemicals in cannabis and how they can affect your brain and body differently. He makes it clear that while cannabis can help manage pain and even treat cancer, it’s not all sunshine and rainbows—it can also exacerbate depression and anxiety. One key takeaway? Cannabis addiction is real and more common than you might think. Dr.
Stea emphasizes the importance of long-term research to truly understand the risks and benefits of cannabis use. He also touches on the critical role of community and family in tackling addiction, highlighting that it's not just about the substance but the bigger picture of mental health. This episode is a must-listen for anyone curious about the complexities of cannabis and mental health.