Can you become dependent on cannabis? Many users would deny it, pointing to
the lack of a clearly defined withdrawal syndrome. Yet up to half of those who
use the drug daily find it difficult to cut down, and continue to use it despite
the problems it throws up in their lives. In The Science of Marijuana
Leslie Iversen shatters a few pharmacological myths. Published by Oxford,
£18.99, ISBN 0195131231.
More from New Scientist
Explore the latest news, articles and features
Technology
Test moderators use AI-generated writing to judge literacy standards
News
Mind
THC in cannabis may reduce nightmares in people with PTSD
News
Environment
Fishers detonate a bomb every hour on one Indonesian coral reef
News
Environment
How bad is the UK drought and how long will it continue?
News
Popular articles
Trending New Scientist articles