Long-Term Cannabis Use Linked to Sleep and Memory Issues

(Neuroscience News) Summary: Long-term cannabis users experience more sleep problems, which are associated with poorer visuospatial memory performance. Researchers compared 141 regular cannabis users to 87 non-users and found that chronic cannabis use may worsen both sleep and memory, despite its common use as a sleep aid.

The study found no significant difference in verbal memory between the two groups. These findings suggest that cannabis use for sleep should be approached with caution and highlight the importance of evaluating sleep when assessing its impact on brain health.

Key Facts:

• Long-term cannabis users report more sleep problems than non-users.
• Poorer sleep is linked to reduced visuospatial memory performance.
• The study suggests reconsidering cannabis as a sleep aid due to these side effects.

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