Preclinical and Clinical Evidence Supporting Use of Cannabidiol in Psychiatry
Abstract Background: Cannabidiol (CBD) is a major chemical compound present in Cannabis sativa. CBD is a nonpsychotomimetic substance, and it…
Review Article
Comparative psychopharmacology of autism and psychotic-affective disorders suggests new targets for treatment
Abstract The first treatments showing effectiveness for some psychiatric disorders, such as lithium for bipolar disorder and chlorpromazine for schizophrenia,…
A Review of the Clinical Evidence for Complementary and Alternative Medicine in Huntington’s Disease
Abstract Background: There is a lack of published guidelines related to the use of complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) for…
Use of Medicinal Cannabis and Synthetic Cannabinoids in Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD): A Systematic Review
Abstract Background and Objectives: Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a common psychiatric disorder resulting from a traumatic event, is manifested…
A Mechanistic and Pathophysiological Approach for Stroke Associated with Drugs of Abuse
Abstract Drugs of abuse are associated with stroke, especially in young individuals. The major classes of drugs linked to stroke…
Insights From Molecular Dynamics Simulations of a Number of G-Protein Coupled Receptor Targets for the Treatment of Pain and Opioid Use Disorders
Abstract Effective treatments for pain management remain elusive due to the dangerous side-effects of current gold-standard opioid analgesics, including the…
Lifestyle and Metabolic Syndrome: Contribution of the Endocannabinoidome
Abstract Lifestyle is a well-known environmental factor that plays a major role in facilitating the development of metabolic syndrome or…
Nicotine Gateway Effects on Adolescent Substance Use
Abstract Given the rise in teenage use of electronic nicotine delivery systems (“vaping”) in congruence with the increasing numbers of…
Latest Update on Prevention of Acute Chemotherapy-Induced Nausea and Vomiting in Pediatric Cancer Patients
Abstract Purpose of Review: Chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting (CINV) is a common cause of acute morbidity that impacts quality of…
A review of bioanalytical techniques for evaluation of cannabis (Marijuana, weed, Hashish) in human hair
Abstract Cannabis products (marijuana, weed, hashish) are among the most widely abused psychoactive drugs in the world, due to their…