Smoking weed may reduce pain and induce euphoria. However, long-term use may increase the risk of mental health conditions and development problems.

Stacey Colino is a Maryland-based writer and author who specializes in health and psychological issues. Her work has appeared in the Washington Post and in dozens of national magazines, including ...

(Mass Appeal) – Over the last decade, Massachusetts has adopted more lenient laws for possessing and using marijuana. With use on the rise, it’s important to be aware of both the positive and negative ...

Experts say regular cannabis users are at higher risk for a host of negative health impacts, from depression to heart disease. With stronger strains and new ways to consume cannabis, the health risks ...

The study builds on growing genetic research into cannabis use, as policymakers grapple with the risks and benefits of the drug’s soaring popularity.

Corrections/clarifications: A previous version of this story incorrectly said women generally have less body fat than men. As of April 2024, 24 of the 50 U.S. states ...

Drinking is a fun addition to a get-together or a party, but when alcohol starts to take over your life, you put yourself at risk for harmful (and sometimes irreversible) consequences. But why subject ...

Delta-8 THC (or delta-8 tetrahydrocannabinol) is a naturally occurring chemical compound, called a cannabinoid, that’s found in traces in hemp and cannabis (marijuana) plants. In some states, you can ...