Study Finds THC Directly Activates Dopamine D2 Receptors, Revealing Previously Unknown Signaling Pathway

The Marijuana Herald
By Anthony MartinelliSep 22, 2026, 2:23 pm76 pts
The Marijuana Herald - Marijuana news and information A new study published online ahead of its appearance in the December 2026 issue of the journal Biochemical Pharmacology has identified a previously unknown way THC may influence the brain’s dopamine system, finding that the cannabinoid can directly bind to…

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