There is evidence that cannabinoids, including delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), reduce responses to acute stress and fear-related stimuli, but few studies have examined the effects of THC on memories of stressful experiences. The researchers hypothesize that THC will attenuate behavioral and physiological responses to negative valence stimuli, including memories of aversive experiences.
Delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), Stress
There is evidence that cannabinoids, including delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), reduce responses to acute stress and fear-related stimuli, but few studies have examined the effects of THC on memories of stressful experiences. The researchers hypothesize that THC will attenuate behavioral and physiological responses to negative valence stimuli, including memories of aversive experiences.
Effects of Drugs on Stress Memories
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University of Chicago, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60637
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18 Years to 35 Years
ALL
Yes
University of Chicago,
Harriet de Wit, PRINCIPAL_INVESTIGATOR, University of Chicago
2026-07