Childhood trauma, substance use and depressive symptoms in people with HIV during COVID-19
Abstract Background: Adverse childhood experiences (ACEs), substance use, depressive symptoms, and HIV outcomes in people living with HIV (PLWHIV) have…
adolescent depression
Metabotropic Glutamate Receptor 5 as a Potential Biomarker of the Intersection of Trauma and Cannabis Use
Abstract Background: Metabotropic glutamate receptor 5 (mGlu5) dysregulation has been implicated in the pathophysiology of trauma-related psychopathology, and there are…
Endocannabinoid levels in female-sexed individuals with diagnosed depression: a systematic review
Abstract Background: Major depressive disorder (MDD) is a highly prevalent mental health disorder with females experiencing higher rates of depression…
Marijuana use among community-dwelling older adults: A population-based study
Abstract Objectives: There is a paucity of population-level data on marijuana use and mental health and functioning in older adults.…
The Moderating Role of Health Status on the Association Between Depressive Symptoms and Cannabis Vaping
Abstract Objective: Cannabis vaping is increasing among college students. There is little information on risk factors for vaping cannabis. Consistent…
Dysfunction in endocannabinoids, palmitoylethanolamide, and degradation of tryptophan into kynurenine in individuals with depressive symptoms
Abstract Background: The endocannabinoid (eCB) system and the serotonin (5-HT) are both implicated in the severity of the depression. 5-HT…
Disparities in cannabis-related emergency department visits across depressed and non-depressed individuals and the impact of recreational cannabis policy in Ontario, Canada
Abstract Background: Recreational cannabis policies are being considered in many jurisdictions internationally. Given that cannabis use is more prevalent among…
Evolving Mental Health Dynamics among Medical Students amid COVID-19: A Comparative Analysis of Stress, Depression, and Alcohol Use among Medical Students
Abstract Background and Objectives: The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has posed an array of new challenges for medical students worldwide. Amidst…
Stress, a Brief Update
Abstract Stress is fundamental for health and adaptation; it is an evolutionarily conserved response that involves several systems in the…
Psychiatric medication use among pregnant and breastfeeding mothers who used cannabis for mental health concerns: A cross-sectional survey study
Abstract Background: Use of cannabis during pregnancy and breastfeeding is increasing. Mental health concerns are reported as common reasons for…