PRIMARY STUDY
The endogenous cannabinoid system controls extinction of aversive memories
Key Findings: Results of this study led the researchers to posit that endocannabinoids facilitate extinction of aversive memories through their selective inhibitory effects on local inhibitory networks in the amygdala.
Type of Study: Animal Study
Study Result: Positive
Research Location(s): Germany
Year of Pub: 2002
Cannabinoids Studied: SR-x Synthetic Cannabinoids
Phytocannabinoid Source: Not Applicable
Receptors Studied: CB1
Ligands Studied: GABA
Citation: Marsicano G, et al. The endogenous cannabinoid system controls extinction of aversive memories. Nature. 2002; 418:530-4. doi: 10.1038/nature00839
Authors: Marsicano G, Wotjak CT, Azad SC, Bisogno T, Rammes G, Cascio MG, Hermann H, Tang J, Hofmann C, Zieglgänsberger W, Di Marzo V, Lutz B
