A marijuana compound to treat autism? Scientists in California are looking for answers

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A marijuana compound to treat autism? Scientists in California are looking for answers








By Josh Magness




April 26, 2018









It's already used to treat epilepsy in some children and now researchers are examining whether a marijuana compound could also be helpful for those with autism.









The University of California San Diego announced in a news release that it will be conducting a test on children with "severe" autism to see if cannabidiol, commonly referred to as CBD, can help treat some of their symptoms.








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The research, which will involve 30 children, was made possible thanks to a $4.7 million donation from the Ray and Tye Noorda Foundation in Lindon, Utah, according to The San Diego Tribune. The goal is to see if CBD can lessen seizures, anxiety and self-harming.....














http://www.miamiherald.com/news/nation-w...72004.html

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UC San Diego Accepts $4.7 Million Donation to Study CBD and Autism



The announcement that UC San Diego accepts $4.7 million donation to study CBD and autism is bringing hope to families throughout the country.









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Nick Lindsey









Medical cannabis research just got a big boost as UC San Diego accepts $4.7 million donation to study CBD and autism. The donation represents the largest of its kind in U.S. history. More importantly, it could help shed light on how cannabis can be used to treat autism.




Biggest Medical Marijuana Donation in the United States


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The University of California-San Diego (UCSD) announced the $4.7 million donation yesterday in a press release. According to the university, it is the biggest single donation toward medical marijuana research ever made in the United States.....



















https://hightimes.com/news/uc-san-diego-...bd-autism/