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Role of cannabis and endocannabinoids in the genesis of schizophrenia.
Psychopharmacology - 1 Nov 2009
Fernandez-Espejo Emilio, Viveros Maria-Paz, Núñez Luis, Ellenbroek Bart A, Rodriguez de Fonseca Fernando
Abstract excerpt
RATIONALE: Cannabis abuse and endocannabinoids are associated to schizophrenia. OBJECTIVES: It is important to discern the association between schizophrenia and exogenous Cannabis sativa, on one hand, and the endogenous cannabinoid system, on the other hand. RESULTS: On one hand, there is substantial evidence that cannabis abuse is a risk factor for psychosis in genetically predisposed people, may lead to a worse...
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