Cannabis Compound THC Disrupts Brain Network Communication
Researchers have discovered that a moderate dose of THC, the psychoactive component in cannabis, lowers connectivity between key brain networks in young adults.
This change, visible on brain scans, may help explain the effects of cannabis use on mood, attention, and perception during intoxication.
The findings help explain the mental and behavioral changes that many people experience when intoxicated with cannabis.
- THC reduces internal connectivity in brain circuits responsible for emotional regulation.
- THC affects bodily awareness, sensory processing, and higher thinking.
As cannabis use rises among young adults, scientists are focused on understanding how the drug affects the brain.
Author's summary: THC disrupts brain network communication in young adults.