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Big Pharma’s Most Dangerous Lie and the Dark Truth About Weed

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Nov 17, 2025

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Daniel G Amen

Dr. Daniel G. Amen, a renowned physician and psychiatrist known for his work in brain imaging, delves into the hidden dangers of cannabis. He explains how marijuana reduces brain activity and blood flow, leading to anxiety, depression, and increased psychosis risk, particularly in young men. Amen also discusses the alarming rise in mental health issues among youth and questions the societal normalization of harmful substances. He emphasizes the urgent need for public awareness and offers insights on brain health and prevention strategies.

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Marijuana Lowers Brain Activity

Chronic marijuana use shows lower blood flow and mitochondrial activity across brain regions on SPECT scans.
Other independent studies confirm reduced activity in learning and memory areas among young users.

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How Brain Changes Translate To Behavior

Reduced mitochondrial function and blood flow cause tiredness, low motivation, depression and anxiety.
In vulnerable people heavy use increases risk of psychosis and developmental harms when started young.

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Youth Mental Health Crisis Linked To Substances

Teen mental-health metrics are at historic highs with links to substance use among many contributing factors.
Marijuana is one clear component worsening anxiety, depression, suicide and psychosis rates.

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Marijuana Lowers Brain Blood Flow and Activity

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Consequences of Reduced Brain Activity

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Marijuana’s Link to Psychosis and Genetic Vulnerability

03:12 • 1min

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Rise in Youth Mental Health Problems

04:25 • 1min

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Societal Lies That Normalized Harmful Substances

05:42 • 2min

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Using Brain Scans to Detect Toxicity in Teens

Public Health Concern: Increased Brain Damage from Marijuana

12:45 • 1min

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Industry Influence and Marketing of Marijuana

13:51 • 42sec

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How SPECT Imaging Reveals Cannabis’ Effects on the Cerebellum

14:33 • 2min

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Cannabis Mechanisms: Receptors, Dopamine, and Psychosis

16:40 • 2min

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Prevention: Teaching People to Love Their Brains

Obesity Accelerates Brain Aging

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Marijuana Lowers Testosterone

24:46 • 2min

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Environmental Toxins and Epigenetics

26:31 • 4min

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Teaching Brain Health Early to Change Behavior

Why People Think Marijuana Helps Anxiety

33:59 • 1min

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Medical Uses of Cannabis Are Limited

35:11 • 4min

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Pharmaceutical Alternatives Exist

38:52 • 2min

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Marijuana’s Impact on Relationships and Performance

Short-Term Clarity vs Long-Term Cognitive Decline

44:55 • 10min

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Why Public Health Authorities Stay Silent

55:10 • 2min

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Psilocybin and the Next Wave of Recreational Use

57:03 • 4min

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Addiction Risks Compared: Alcohol, Marijuana, Psilocybin

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Other Legal Substances of Concern: Kratom

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Lack of Long-Term Neuroscience Before Popularization

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Professional Psychiatric Views on Marijuana

01:05:57 • 54sec

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National Brain Health Revolution Message

01:06:51 • 1min

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AI, Technology, and Reduced Brain Activity

01:08:04 • 3min

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Marketing Tactics That Encourage Harmful Habits

01:11:20 • 4min

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Bright Minds Framework to Prevent Dementia

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Diet, Supplements, and Oral Health for Brain Protection

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Vitamin D, Immunity, and Infection Risks to the Brain

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Diabetes, Metabolism, and Alzheimer’s Risk

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Reversibility and Case Studies of Brain Recovery

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