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Marijuana: The brain changer (SOP16)

Marijuana: The brain changer (SOP16)

FromSpeaking of Psychology


Marijuana: The brain changer (SOP16)

FromSpeaking of Psychology

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Length:
16 minutes
Released:
Oct 14, 2014
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Teenagers and young adults who use marijuana regularly are at risk of significantly altering the structure of their brains, according to research by neuropsychologist Krista Lisdahl, PhD. In this episode, she discusses what this means for parents, youths and policymakers considering legalizing recreational and medicinal marijuana. Help us learn more about you. Please take our audience survey at http://www.apa.org/sopsurvey
Released:
Oct 14, 2014
Format:
Podcast episode

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"Speaking of Psychology" is an audio podcast series highlighting some of the latest, most important and relevant psychological research being conducted today. Produced by the American Psychological Association, these podcasts will help listeners apply the science of psychology to their everyday lives.