A compound found in the marijuana plant called cannflavin B reduced anxiety-like behavior and improved social behavior in a commonly used animal model of autism, according to a new study published by Biomedicine & Pharmacotherapy by researchers from the University of Guelph.
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Study: Medical Cannabis Linked to Sustained Improvements in Depression, Anxiety and Sleep Over Two Years
A study published today by the Journal of Affective Disorders reports that patients treated with cannabis-based medicinal products for depression experienced sustained improvements in depression, anxiety, sleep quality and overall quality of life over a 24-month period.
U.S. Congress Drops Attempt to Block Marijuana Rescheduling in New Federal Spending Deal
Congressional negotiators have removed language from a proposed federal spending bill that would have prevented the Justice Department from rescheduling marijuana, while keeping in place long-running protections for state medical marijuana programs.
Indiana Republicans File Bill to Create Statewide Regulatory System for “Craft Hemp”
A trio of Indiana House Republicans filed legislation today that would establish a comprehensive regulatory framework for craft hemp products, including flower, beverages and low-THC hemp extracts.
New Mexico Cannabis Sales Top $48 Million in December, Bringing 2025 Total to $568 Million
New Mexico’s legal marijuana market generated $48.4 million in combined sales during December, pushing the state’s total for 2025 to roughly $568 million.
Indiana: Legislation to Decriminalize Marijuana Possession Filed in House of Representatives
Legislation that would decriminalize the possession of up to two ounces of cannabis was filed today in the Indiana House of Representatives.
Study: CBD Triggers Cancer Cell Death and Suppresses Melanoma Spread Through Epigenetic Pathway
A study published Sunday by the journal Phytomedicine reports that the cannabis compound cannabidiol (CBD) demonstrated strong anti-tumor activity against melanoma by activating an epigenetic pathway that promotes cancer cell death and limits metastasis. The research was conducted by scientists from Kunming Medical University and the National University of Defense Technology.
Rhode Island Marijuana Sales Top $120 Million in 2025, Over 3.4 Million Total Transactions
Rhode Island’s regulated marijuana market generated $120,095,191 in total retail sales during 2025, a slight uptick from the $118 million sold in 2024, according to the Cannabis Control Commission. The figure includes both adult-use and medical marijuana purchases and reflects a market that has largely stabilized after its early expansion phase.
Cannabidiol Shows Promise in Easing Benzodiazepine Withdrawal Symptoms, Study Finds
A recently published study finds that cannabidiol (CBD), a non-psychoactive compound found in cannabis, can help reduce anxiety, hyperactivity and other symptoms associated with benzodiazepine withdrawal, a condition that remains difficult to treat and is considered a growing public health concern.
Massachusetts: Marijuana Sales Reach $1.8 Billion in 2025, Generating $280 Million in Tax Revenue
In Massachusetts, legal marijuana sales climbed to around $1.8 billion in 2025, pushing the state’s combined adult-use and medical market to a new annual high and easily surpassing the roughly $1.65 billion recorded in 2024.
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