Medical cannabis could help individuals battling alcohol or opioid abuse disorders curb their addiction, according to a systematic review of mental health literature published in Clinical Psychology ...

In the first trial on medical marijuana sanctioned by the state of Connecticut, physicians at St. Francis Hospital and Medical Center in Hartford will study if marijuana can curb opioid prescriptions ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Sarah Sinclair is an award-winning journalist covering cannabis. The cannabis beverage market has seen significant growth in the U ...

Lev Facher covers the U.S. addiction and overdose crisis. Smoking marijuana can lead to markedly lower short-term alcohol use, according to a first-of-its-kind study that adds a new layer to the ...

A drug approved by the FDA for smoking cessation was associated with significant reductions in cannabis use only in men with cannabis use disorder (CUD), a new trial showed. Following 12 weeks of ...

As cannabis use becomes more normalized across North America, new research is raising important questions about its impact on ...

The "California sober" trend, which involves ditching alcohol in favor of cannabis, is gaining momentum, spreading from Hollywood to health influencers to homes across America. Among the motivations ...