Cannabis: why does it work in the brain? Flashcards

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The human brain has cannabinoid receptors, this suggests that our brain produces endogenous substances which affect us in a similar manner to THC.

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The human brain has cannabinoid receptors, this suggests that our brain produces endogenous substances which affect us in a similar manner to THC.

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The most important endogenous substance is anandamide, and it seems to have analgesic properties. It also produces feelings of relaxation and slows down movements.

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The most important endogenous substance is anandamide, and it seems to have analgesic properties. It also produces feelings of relaxation and slows down movements.

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Additionally, Anandamide seems to be responsible for removing unnecessary memories. Important in forgetting.

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Additionally, Anandamide seems to be responsible for removing unnecessary memories. Important in forgetting.

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What is the most important endogenous substance?

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Anandamide

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What properties do Anandamide have?

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Analgesic properties.

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What are Analgesic properties?

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What feelings do Anandamide create?

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It produces feelings of relaxation and slows down movements.

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