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Newest firstAs the global population ages, the need for effective interventions to support cognitive health in older adults is growing. Cannabidiol (CBD), a non-intoxicating component of cannabis, has emerged as a potential neuroprotective agent due to its anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and anxiolytic properties. While preclinical studies show promising effects on hippocampal neurogenesis and cognitive performance, human tri…
Open article record in new tab ↗Background Cannabis is a commonly used psychoactive drug, but its cognitive effects remain unclear, particularly in older adults. This study examined associations between past and present cannabis use and cognitive function among dementia-free older adults. Methods Cross-sectional and longitudinal data were drawn from the UK Biobank, including adults aged ≥60 years. Cannabis use patterns were self-reported, and co…
Open article record in new tab ↗Although substance use is associated with a shortened lifespan, impeded health and accelerated biological ageing, the factors contributing to the associations between substance use and ageing are poorly understood. We used summary statistics from genome-wide association studies (GWAS) to investigate whether substance involvement (N from 28K to 2M)-including alcohol, tobacco, cannabis and opioid use and use disorde…