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Sativa/indica effects differences established?

Are there any well-documented, peer-reviewed, studies of the different psychological effects of indica and sativa strains? One problem with Prohibition is that the subject is rife with speculation, inanity, and dealer bullshit....

On a similar note, has anyone looked at traditional strains whose cannabinoid profiles had been ratified by time and user acceptance vs the THC monsters now on the market? Another consequence of Prohibition is the preferencing of over-strong and more dangerous versions of the drug (see gin v. beer during alcohol's Prohibition).

Hempstead,NY asked in 420: The Straight Dope About Pot over 2 years ago | Report
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  • Kevin_photo_small
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    From what I have heard, Marijuana Potency by Starks is the definitive work on the subject. It is available at Barnes and Noble, as well as Amazon. Also the late Dr. Todd Mikuriya has written a book on the medical uses of cannabis.

    You are correct, prohibition does tend to increase potency. The prohibition of coca leaves led to an increase in the amount of cocaine produced, because it is easier to transport and sells for a higher price.
    Cocaine prohibition led to crack cocaine. Draconian penalties for crack led to artificial uppers such as meth. And so on.

    With cannabis, this increase in potency would not be harmful, except that preferences for type of high seemed to have shifted toward CBD/CBN as opposed to THC. This is partly because Indica is a heavy producer and takes less time to flower; and partly because the general dumning-down of American culture tends to favor an alcohol-type high (CBD/CBN) instead of the more cerebral THC.

    Kevin answered in 420: The Straight Dope About Pot over 2 years ago | Report
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    Off the top of my head, I'm not aware of any studies that answer your questions, but I can suggest you check out Erowid, www.erowid.org. I have consistently found them to be a good source of consumer-focused information.

    Alison Holcomb answered in 420: The Straight Dope About Pot over 2 years ago | Report
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