The Chronic Cerebral Effects of Cannabis Use. II. Psychological Findings and Conclusions
- 1 January 1986
- journal article
- research article
- Published by Taylor & Francis in International Journal of the Addictions
- Vol. 21 (6) , 629-642
- https://doi.org/10.3109/10826088609027382
Abstract
This paper examines the research evidence on the question of whether sustained use of marijuana may produce chronic cerebral impairment as measured by neuropsychological measures. Evidence from both American and cross-cultrual studies suggests that marijuana probably does not produce chronic cerebral impairment, although subtle impairment cannot be ruled out. Several suggestions for new lines of research are discussed including prospective studies, effects of cannabis use on later aging processes, and true experimental studies.Keywords
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