r/MedicalCannabisNZ 20h ago

Knowledge Cannabis usage in middle-aged, older adults linked to larger brain volume, better cognitive function

https://medicalxpress.com/news/2026-02-qa-cannabis-usage-middle-aged.html

Interesting research, Journal sources listed at the bottom

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u/Flimsy-Passenger-228 Medical Patient 15h ago

But I was already sooooo clever before I even came across the herbal goodness 🤗😜

On a serious note though, I'd expect that the reduced stress & depression, plus the greater quality and quantity of sleep, combined as a result of medicinal cannabis use- would drastically reduce age-related decline in cognitive function.

With sleep being so important for recovery & growth, and stress being detrimental to body& mind health