YC-SCAN2 Webinar

This talk explores the complex and rapidly evolving landscape of cannabinoids in neurodevelopment, with a focus on both risk and therapeutic opportunity. This talk will provide an overview of the endocannabinoid (eCB) system, its critical role in brain development and mental health, and how cannabis exposure—particularly during prenatal and adolescent periods—can disrupt neurodevelopmental trajectories and increase psychiatric risk. The presentation also highlights behavioral and pharmacological interventions, including cannabidiol (CBD), exercise, and cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), with an emphasis on translational work in vulnerable populations.