
A huge study of weed as a mental health aide says evidence is sparse
NPR | Will Stone. The analysis of 45 years’ worth of data, including 54 studies on cannabis use and potential benefits for mental health, came up short on evidence for helping treat the symptoms of anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder, and depression—common reasons people turn to the stuff. Researchers say this means more well-designed studies are needed and caution that specific compounds may show promise…

