PRIMARY STUDY

Effects of ∆9-tetrahydrocannabinol on aversive memories and anxiety: a review from human studies

Key Findings:  The authors conclude that the currently available scientific literature from healthy humans and PTSD patients supports the use of low dose THC (or the co-administration of CBD) to suppress anxiety and aversive memory expression without producing significant adverse effects.

Type of Study:  Clinical Meta-analysis

Study Result:  Positive

Research Location(s):  Brazil

Year of Pub:  2020


Cannabinoids Studied:  Cannabidiol (CBD), Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC)

Phytocannabinoid Source:  Unspecified

Chemotype:  Chemotype I, Chemotype II, Chemotype III




Citation:  Raymundi AM, et al. Effects of ∆9-tetrahydrocannabinol on aversive memories and anxiety: a review from human studies. BMC Psychiatry. 2020; 20:420. doi: 10.1186/s12888-020-02813-8

Authors:  Raymundi AM, da Silva TR, Sohn JMB, Bertoglio LJ, Stern CA