{"id":28729,"date":"2025-02-18T13:22:18","date_gmt":"2025-02-18T13:22:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cubebcn.com\/?p=28729"},"modified":"2025-02-18T13:22:18","modified_gmt":"2025-02-18T13:22:18","slug":"myths-about-cannabis","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cubebcn.com\/en\/myths-about-cannabis\/","title":{"rendered":"Myths about cannabis: what you should know"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><b>Myths about cannabis<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> have circulated for years, generating confusion and misinformation about this plant. Many people believe that its consumption is highly addictive, that it causes irreversible damage to the brain or that it has no medicinal benefits. However, science has shown that most of these claims are unfounded and that, in reality, the impact of cannabis depends on multiple factors, such as the frequency of use, the dose and the way it is used.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">On the other hand, it is important to clarify that not everything that is said about cannabis is false. <\/span><b>Some concerns have a scientific basis<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">but they are often exaggerated or taken out of context to feed prohibitionist discourse. For this reason, it is essential to differentiate between what is really supported by studies and what is part of the collective imagination without solid evidence.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-28732 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/cubebcn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/mitos-sobre-el-cannabis-efectos.webp\" alt=\"Myths about cannabis effects\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cubebcn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/mitos-sobre-el-cannabis-efectos.webp 1200w, https:\/\/cubebcn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/mitos-sobre-el-cannabis-efectos-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/cubebcn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/mitos-sobre-el-cannabis-efectos-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/cubebcn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/mitos-sobre-el-cannabis-efectos-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/cubebcn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/mitos-sobre-el-cannabis-efectos-18x12.webp 18w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_78 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Contents\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseprofile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/cubebcn.com\/en\/myths-about-cannabis\/#Mitos_sobre_el_cannabis_y_su_impacto_real\" >Myths about cannabis and its real impact<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/cubebcn.com\/en\/myths-about-cannabis\/#%C2%ABEl_cannabis_es_una_droga_altamente_adictiva%C2%BB\" >\"Cannabis is a highly addictive drug.\"<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/cubebcn.com\/en\/myths-about-cannabis\/#%C2%BFEs_posible_desarrollar_dependencia\" >Is it possible to develop dependence?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/cubebcn.com\/en\/myths-about-cannabis\/#%C2%ABEl_cannabis_mata_neuronas_y_afecta_la_inteligencia%C2%BB\" >\"Cannabis kills neurons and affects intelligence\".<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/cubebcn.com\/en\/myths-about-cannabis\/#Estudios_sobre_el_impacto_en_el_cerebro\" >Studies on the impact on the brain<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/cubebcn.com\/en\/myths-about-cannabis\/#Mitos_sobre_la_flor_de_cannabis_y_sus_efectos\" >Myths about cannabis flower and its effects<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/cubebcn.com\/en\/myths-about-cannabis\/#%C2%ABFumar_flor_de_cannabis_es_la_unica_forma_de_consumo%C2%BB\" >\"Smoking cannabis flower is the only form of consumption.\"<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/cubebcn.com\/en\/myths-about-cannabis\/#Otras_formas_de_consumo\" >Other forms of consumption<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/cubebcn.com\/en\/myths-about-cannabis\/#%C2%ABEl_cannabis_no_tiene_beneficios_medicos%C2%BB\" >\"Cannabis has no medical benefits\"<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/cubebcn.com\/en\/myths-about-cannabis\/#Usos_medicinales_comprobados\" >Proven medicinal uses<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/cubebcn.com\/en\/myths-about-cannabis\/#%C2%BFPor_que_es_importante_informarse_bien\" >Why is it important to be well informed?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Mitos_sobre_el_cannabis_y_su_impacto_real\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Myths about cannabis and its real impact<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%C2%ABEl_cannabis_es_una_droga_altamente_adictiva%C2%BB\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\"Cannabis is a highly addictive drug.\"<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0One of the <\/span><b>myths about cannabis<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is that its consumption generates a <\/span><b>extreme dependence<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">equating it with drugs such as heroin or cocaine. However, this belief has no scientific basis.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In fact, <\/span><b>the addiction rate for cannabis is significantly lower<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> compared to other widely consumed legal substances. For example, according to medical studies, approximately <\/span><b>9% of consumers<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> of cannabis develop some degree of dependence. On the other hand, <\/span><b>more than 30% of tobacco smokers<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and around <\/span><b>15% of alcohol consumers<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> present addiction problems.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%C2%BFEs_posible_desarrollar_dependencia\"><\/span><b>Is it possible to develop dependence?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, although in a small percentage of users. The risk of developing cannabis dependence is influenced by a number of factors, such as the <\/span><b>frequency of consumption, genetic predisposition and social environment<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. However, it is important to differentiate between occasional recreational use and problematic use, which occurs in a minority of cases.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In addition, unlike other substances, the <\/span><b>cannabis withdrawal symptoms are mild<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and poses no serious health risks. Symptoms usually include <\/span><b>insomnia, irritability and changes in appetite<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">but they disappear in a few days.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%C2%ABEl_cannabis_mata_neuronas_y_afecta_la_inteligencia%C2%BB\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\"Cannabis kills neurons and affects intelligence\".<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Another of the <\/span><b>myths about cannabis<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> The most repeated claim is the alleged neuronal destruction caused by its consumption. However, this assertion <\/span><b>lacks sound scientific support<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Estudios_sobre_el_impacto_en_el_cerebro\"><\/span><b>Studies on the impact on the brain<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Research has shown that moderate use of cannabis is associated with <\/span><b>is not associated with neuron loss or irreversible cognitive impairment in adults<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. In fact, a study published in the journal JAMA in 2012 found that. <\/span><b>no significant differences in brain function<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> between occasional consumers and non-consumers.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, in the case of <\/span><b>adolescents<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">the frequent and abusive use of cannabis <\/span><b>it could affect cognitive development<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The brain is still forming until about the age of 25. This effect, however, is not exclusive to cannabis, but occurs with other substances such as cannabis. <\/span><b>alcohol and some psychiatric medications<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-28731 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/cubebcn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/mitos-sobre-el-cannabis-beneficios.webp\" alt=\"Myths about cannabis benefits\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cubebcn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/mitos-sobre-el-cannabis-beneficios.webp 1200w, https:\/\/cubebcn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/mitos-sobre-el-cannabis-beneficios-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/cubebcn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/mitos-sobre-el-cannabis-beneficios-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/cubebcn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/mitos-sobre-el-cannabis-beneficios-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/cubebcn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/mitos-sobre-el-cannabis-beneficios-18x12.webp 18w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Mitos_sobre_la_flor_de_cannabis_y_sus_efectos\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Myths about cannabis flower and its effects<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%C2%ABFumar_flor_de_cannabis_es_la_unica_forma_de_consumo%C2%BB\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\"Smoking cannabis flower is the only form of consumption.\"<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One of the most widespread myths about the <\/span><b>cannabis flower<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is the belief that the only way to consume it is through combustion. However, this is <\/span><b>false<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are various forms of consumption, many of which reduce the harmful effects of smoke and allow better use of the active compounds of cannabis.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Otras_formas_de_consumo\"><\/span><b>Other forms of consumption<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For those seeking healthier alternatives or simply wishing to experiment with other methods, cannabis consumption can be done in a variety of ways:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Vaporization<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unlike smoking, this method <\/span><b>heats the cannabis flower without burning it<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This allows inhaling the cannabinoids without the toxic compounds of smoke. In addition, it improves the bioavailability of the active ingredients, offering a cleaner and more efficient effect.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Groceries<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This form of consumption is becoming more and more popular, since it provides <\/span><b>longer-lasting effects<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. However, their activation in the body is slower, as cannabinoids must be processed by the digestive system before taking effect.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Topics<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">for those who are looking for the <\/span><b>therapeutic benefits of cannabis flower without experiencing psychoactive effects<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">topical products are an excellent option. Cannabinoid-enriched creams, ointments and oils can relieve localized muscle pain and skin conditions.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%C2%ABEl_cannabis_no_tiene_beneficios_medicos%C2%BB\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\"Cannabis has no medical benefits\"<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Another of the most repeated myths is the claim that cannabis lacks medicinal properties. However, this belief has been <\/span><b>disproved by numerous scientific studies<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">which have shown that the <\/span><b>cannabis flower<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> contains compounds with widely recognized therapeutic effects.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Usos_medicinales_comprobados\"><\/span><b>Proven medicinal uses<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Thanks to its chemical composition, especially to cannabinoids such as cannabinoids and <\/span><b>THC<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and the <\/span><b>CBD<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">cannabis flower has shown efficacy in the treatment of various conditions, among them:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Chronic pain reduction<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cannabis has been shown to act as an antioxidant. <\/span><b>natural analgesic<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">helping to relieve muscular, neuropathic and arthritic pain without the side effects of traditional opioids.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Epilepsy management<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: The <\/span><b>CBD<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">one of the main compounds in cannabis flower, has been approved by the FDA to treat severe forms of epilepsy, such as Dravet syndrome and Lennox-Gastaut syndrome.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Anxiety and insomnia relief<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Several studies have demonstrated that certain cannabinoids have <\/span><b>anxiolytic and sedative effects<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">which may contribute to sleep regulation and stress reduction in people with anxiety disorders.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%C2%BFPor_que_es_importante_informarse_bien\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Why is it important to be well informed?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cannabis continues to be surrounded by myths that can affect public perception and regulatory decisions. Being informed by scientific data is key to understanding its true impact and separating fact from fiction.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you want to learn more about the world of cannabis or become a member of a cannabis club in Barcelona, click here:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/cubebcn.com\/en\/become-a-member\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Become a member of CUBE Barcelona<\/span><\/a><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Myths about cannabis have circulated for years, generating confusion and misinformation about this plant. Many people believe that its consumption is highly addictive, that it causes irreversible damage to the brain or that it has no medicinal benefits. However, science has shown that most of these claims are unfounded.<\/p>","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":28733,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_joinchat":[],"footnotes":""},"categories":[93],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-28729","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-sobre-cannabis"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/cubebcn.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/28729","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/cubebcn.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/cubebcn.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/cubebcn.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/4"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/cubebcn.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=28729"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/cubebcn.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/28729\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":28734,"href":"https:\/\/cubebcn.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/28729\/revisions\/28734"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/cubebcn.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/28733"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/cubebcn.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=28729"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/cubebcn.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=28729"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/cubebcn.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=28729"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}