Annual Review of Psychology,
Journal Year:
2012,
Volume and Issue:
64(1), P. 21 - 47
Published: July 19, 2012
The
psychoactive
constituent
in
cannabis,
Δ(9)-tetrahydrocannabinol
(THC),
was
isolated
the
mid-1960s,
but
cannabinoid
receptors,
CB1
and
CB2,
major
endogenous
cannabinoids
(anandamide
2-arachidonoyl
glycerol)
were
identified
only
20
to
25
years
later.
system
affects
both
central
nervous
(CNS)
peripheral
processes.
In
this
review,
we
have
tried
summarize
research--with
an
emphasis
on
recent
publications--on
actions
of
endocannabinoid
anxiety,
depression,
neurogenesis,
reward,
cognition,
learning,
memory.
effects
are
at
times
biphasic--lower
doses
causing
opposite
those
seen
high
doses.
Recently,
numerous
endocannabinoid-like
compounds
been
brain.
Only
a
few
investigated
for
their
CNS
activity,
future
investigations
action
may
throw
light
wide
spectrum
brain
functions.
Frontiers in Psychology,
Journal Year:
2015,
Volume and Issue:
6
Published: March 26, 2015
Executive
function
(EF)
is
essential
for
successfully
navigating
nearly
all
of
our
daily
activities.
Of
critical
importance
clinical
psychological
science,
EF
impairments
are
associated
with
most
forms
psychopathology.
However,
despite
the
proliferation
research
on
in
populations,
notable
exceptions
and
cognitive
approaches
to
have
remained
largely
independent,
leading
failures
apply
theoretical
methodological
advances
one
field
other
hindering
progress.
First,
we
review
current
state
knowledge
psychopathology
limitations
previous
light
recent
understanding
measuring
EF.
Next,
offer
concrete
suggestions
improving
assessment.
Last,
suggest
future
directions,
including
integrating
modern
models
art,
hierarchical
dimensional
as
well
translational
implications
EF-informed
science.
Clinical Psychological Science,
Journal Year:
2013,
Volume and Issue:
1(2), P. 192 - 212
Published: Jan. 9, 2013
The
past
decade
has
witnessed
a
surge
in
research
on
training
paradigms
aimed
at
directly
influencing
cognitive
processes
addiction
and
other
psychopathology.
Broadly,
two
avenues
have
been
explored:
In
the
first,
aim
was
to
change
maladaptive
motivational
biases
(cognitive
bias
modification);
second,
increase
general
control
(e.g.,
working
memory
capacity).
These
approaches
are
consistent
with
dual-process
perspective
which
psychopathology
is
related
combination
of
disorder-specific
impulsive
weak
abilities
these
impulses
view
reflective
longer-term
considerations.
After
reviewing
evidence
for
models
addiction,
we
discuss
number
critical
issues,
along
suggestions
further
research.
We
argue
that
theoretical
advancement,
better
understanding
underlying
neurocognitive
processes,
crucial
adequately
responding
recent
criticisms
optimizing
use
clinical
practice.
Developmental Cognitive Neuroscience,
Journal Year:
2018,
Volume and Issue:
32, P. 67 - 79
Published: Feb. 21, 2018
Adolescence
is
characterized
by
numerous
social,
hormonal
and
physical
changes,
as
well
a
marked
increase
in
risk-taking
behaviors.
Dual
systems
models
attribute
adolescent
to
tensions
between
developing
capacities
for
cognitive
control
motivational
strivings,
which
may
peak
at
this
time.
A
comprehensive
understanding
of
neurocognitive
development
during
the
period
necessary
permit
distinction
premorbid
vulnerabilities
consequences
behaviors
such
substance
use.
Thus,
prospective
assessment
fundamental
aims
newly
launched
Adolescent
Brain
Cognitive
Development
(ABCD)
Consortium.
This
paper
details
rationale
ABC'lected
measures
neurocognition,
presents
preliminary
descriptive
data
on
an
initial
sample
2299
participants,
provides
context
how
large-scale
project
can
inform
our
neurodevelopment.
