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As the legal and social acceptance of cannabis continues to grow, so does its use among pregnant women. Many expectant mothers turn to cannabis to alleviate pregnancy-related symptoms, believing it to be a natural and safe remedy. However, a recent study published in the journal Neurobiology of Disease suggests that prenatal exposure to cannabis, particularly its primary components Δ9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and cannabidiol (CBD), can have significant long-term effects on brain development and behavior in rodents. The study found that prenatal exposure to THC, CBD, or a combination of both …

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