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Opposite effects of delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol and cannabidiol on human brain function and psychopathology.

Neuropsychopharmacology November 18, 2009 DOI: 10.1038/npp.2009.184 (opens in new tab)

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Characteristics Observational cohort Peer reviewed
Topics Cannabis CBD
Key findings THC and CBD have opposite effects on brain function and psychopathology: THC induces psychotic symptoms and alters brain activity, while CBD shows antipsychotic properties and modulates brain activity in opposing directions.

Abstract

Opposite effects of delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol and cannabidiol on human brain function and psychopathology.