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Assel Al-Bayati - Cannabis use and executive functioning

A presentation for the Innovations in the Science of Cannabis Conference, May 2022 In this insightful presentation, Assel, a master’s student at York University, delves into the fascinating world of executive functioning and how frequent cannabis use impacts these critical cognitive processes. Executive functions, including response inhibition, selective attention, working memory, and cognitive flexibility, are essential for goal-directed behavior. Essel explores how THC, the psychoactive component of cannabis, interacts with the brain’s endocannabinoid system—particularly in regions like the prefrontal cortex and hippocampus—and whether this influences cognitive performance. Through a detailed online study involving 723 participants, the research examines whether frequent cannabis users show impairments in these areas compared to infrequent and non-users. The findings reveal surprising results: frequent cannabis use does not significantly impair key components of executive functioning, such as motor response inhibition, selective visual attention, or cognitive flexibility. However, the research also hints at potential acute effects of cannabis use, motivating future studies to explore how being under the influence impacts cognitive performance in real-time. If you’re curious about the science behind cannabis and cognition, or if you’d like to participate in ongoing research, stay tuned for more details! Join the conversation and learn how cutting-edge research is shaping our understanding of cannabis and the brain. Whether you’re a student, researcher, or simply curious about neuroscience, this presentation offers valuable insights into the complex relationship between cannabis use and cognitive functioning. Don’t forget to check out the lab’s website for more information or to get involved in future studies! _______________ cannabis and executive functioning effects of THC on cognitive performance cannabis use and brain function frequent cannabis use and memory cannabis impact on attention and inhibition cognitive effects of cannabis neuroscience of cannabis use cannabis and prefrontal cortex cannabis research 2023 acute cannabis effects on cognition