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The effects of cannabis on dopamine system
The effects of Δ9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), the main chemical in cannabis, are a pressing concern for global health. Acute THC administration results in increased dopamine release and neuron activity, whereas long-term use causes blunting of the dopamine system.
http://csc.mrc.ac.uk/cannabis-blunts-brains-reward-system/
http://www.nature.com/nature/journal/v539/n7629/full/nature20153.html
http://www3.imperial.ac.uk/newsandeventspggrp/imperialcollege/newssummary/news_17-11-2016-10-58-27 — Preceding unsigned comment added by Abhishekh.ashok (talk • contribs) 14:57, 19 November 2016 (UTC)