Tobacco and Cannabis Combine to Impact Brain's Happiness System
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Neuroscience News
A study shows that co-using cannabis and tobacco increases FAAH enzyme levels in the brain, reducing the 'bliss molecule' anandamide, which may explain higher anxiety, depression, and difficulty quitting among co-users. This discovery offers a potential target for developing treatments for cannabis use disorder, especially in those who also use tobacco.