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Yasmin Hurd, PhD @neurovoice.bsky.social · 9d

Happy to share that our Comprehensive Adolescent Rehabilitation and Education Service (CARES) is now in a new location where we're better equipped to help youth facing mental health and substance use challenges.

Congratulations to the team, and special shout out to CARES Director, Shilpa Taufique 🎉

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Yasmin Hurd, PhD @neurovoice.bsky.social · 28d

I'm looking forward to speaking at Mount Sinai's Dean's Select Seminar Series on October 6.

I'll be talking about the translational efforts in addiction research that contribute to the development of treatments 🧠

More information: friedmanbrain.icahn.mssm.edu/deans-select...

See you there!

Seminar flyer including talk title, Yasmin's image, and details about the date & location.

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Yasmin Hurd, PhD @neurovoice.bsky.social · Aug 5

Highly potent #cannabis products have become ubiquitous and commonplace, but now that these products are legal, many people are consuming them without knowing the risks they may pose.

Read more 👇

The Friedman Brain Institute @sinaibrain.bsky.social · Jul 25

Mummies on #Cannabis Gummies: Meet the Mothers Getting High at Home | Frazzled American parents are swapping a nightly glass of chardonnay for chewable #THC gummies. The Icahn School of Medicine's Dr. Yasmin Hurd @neurovoice.bsky.social sounds alarm. Learn More www.thetimes.com/life-style/p...

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Yasmin Hurd, PhD @neurovoice.bsky.social · Jul 31

Adolescents are gaining access to #cannabis at a younger age, have a plethora of ways to ingest it, and are consuming dangerously high concentrations of THC. This greatly impacts young, developing brains 🧠

Learn more on Mount Sinai's Road to Resilience: www.mountsinai.org/about/newsro...

Cover art from the Road to Resilience podcast, featuring Dr. Yasmin Hurd in the lab.

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Yasmin Hurd, PhD @neurovoice.bsky.social · Jul 23

I recently had the pleasure of meeting tennis player Amanda Anisimova! 🤩 🎾

I'm so inspired by her persistence & resilience. As scientists, we can learn a lot from her on how to handle victory & defeat. Win or lose in the research game, let’s grow with grace & keep showing up.

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Yasmin Hurd, PhD @neurovoice.bsky.social · Jul 21

The #cannabis landscape has changed. High THC concentrations in today's products have profound effects on the brain 🧠

I spoke with Doug Bopst on The Adversity Advantage about the risks of cannabis consumption. #Neuroskyence

🎧 Listen here: podcasts.apple.com/bb/podcast/c...

Screenshot of the podcast episode, showing the podcast artwork & the episode title.

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Yasmin Hurd, PhD @neurovoice.bsky.social · Jul 18

🧠 We know that #cannabis use can disrupt adolescent brain development and behavior, but individual differences and THC potency can impact that trajectory 🤔

Read about current cannabis findings and future directions for research here: psychiatryonline.org/doi/10.1176/...

Screenshot of the title & abstract of the article.

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Yasmin Hurd, PhD @neurovoice.bsky.social · Jul 16

We recently celebrated the graduating cohort from our CARES youth program. The commitment and strength this group has shown demonstrates how life trajectories can change with the right motivation and support and how our program impacts the lives of those seeking help.

Congratulations graduates 🎉

A card saying "CONGRATULATIONS" with cartoon images of a party popper and a graduate cap and diploma.

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Yasmin Hurd, PhD @neurovoice.bsky.social · Jun 17

We are long overdue for more research on the benefits and risks of #cannabis use. However, the urgency for better policies for product standards and public education cannot be overstated. We need to act.

Read more in the American Psychological Association's June Report: www.apa.org/monitor/2025...

Screenshot of the article title ("What to know about the changing marijuana landscape") from the APA Report.

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Yasmin Hurd, PhD @neurovoice.bsky.social · Jun 6

Our research shows how #cannabis affects the developing brain. I spoke to Dr. Delaney Ruston about how #THC exposure in adolescent rats alters cell communication vital for cognitive function.

Watch more: www.youtube.com/watch?v=f2Eb...

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Yasmin Hurd, PhD @neurovoice.bsky.social · May 23

I'm looking forward to speaking at @canacn.bsky.social's annual meeting tomorrow! I’ll be talking about all things #Cannabis, including our current preclinical and human research that is relevant to policy and expanding consumer knowledge.

Come say hello! #Neuroskyence

Image showing a photo of Yasmin Hurd, her talk title ("Cannabis - The Good, The Bad, and the Ugly"), and the talk time and location

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Matt Hill @cannabrain.bsky.social · May 20

To all those descending onto Toronto for the @canacn.bsky.social annual meeting, as program chair I hope you have an exciting meeting and enjoy our featured speakers @franklandlab.bsky.social
@yulonglilab.bsky.social @neurovoice.bsky.social @turrigiano.bsky.social and Kerry Ressler #CAN2025

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Yasmin Hurd, PhD @neurovoice.bsky.social · May 15

🤔 Today’s #cannabis products are shaped largely by commercial interests, which means consumer health & wellbeing isn’t always the top priority.

I encourage consumers to evaluate these products & know the potential risks.

Read more in @wcp.bsky.social: washingtoncitypaper.com/article/7624...

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Yasmin Hurd, PhD @neurovoice.bsky.social · May 6

Today’s #cannabis has much more potent THC than in the past. How we think about & approach cannabis needs to change with this in mind - from policy & consumer perspectives.

🎧 Listen to my discussion with Julie Rose on Top Of Mind here: open.spotify.com/show/5P43AGN...

Image of the podcast episode artwork, episode title, and name of the podcast.

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Yasmin Hurd, PhD @neurovoice.bsky.social · May 1

Our AIMS event last week was a hit 🎉

So warmed by the incredible feedback! Attendees shared how much they appreciated learning about #cannabis across clinical care, translational research & preclinical work.

Special thanks to the expert speakers who made this event possible!

Image thanking attendees of the event. There is a list of the scientists and clinicians who spoke at the event, and an image taken from the event.

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Yasmin Hurd, PhD @neurovoice.bsky.social · Apr 14

📣 Next week, the Addiction Institute of Mount Sinai is hosting the Annual Dr. Robert Newman Lecture, featuring the topic "Cannabis Across the Lifespan."

Join us for a Keynote by Dr. Hugh Garavan and panel discussions with leading #cannabis researchers.

RSVP today: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

Event poster featuring the meeting topic, "Cannabis Across the Lifespan," the date, time, and location details, information about the speakers and a photo of Dr. Garavan.

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Yasmin Hurd, PhD @neurovoice.bsky.social · Apr 4

In a recent episode of @issuesinst.bsky.social, I talked about the complexity of #cannabis regulations and the need for better policies and education for the public.

Check it out here 👇🏾

The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine @nationalacademies.org · Mar 12

A new @issuesinst.bsky.social podcast delves into our recent report examining the current #CannabisPolicy landscape, what we know about #PublicHealth impacts, and ways to minimize potential harms.

Listen or read: buff.ly/KJBAzLB

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Yasmin Hurd, PhD @neurovoice.bsky.social · Mar 31

✒️ I wrote a Behind the Paper post for @springernature.com about my lab's latest paper. Learn all about our exciting new work on how #CBD can mitigate #anxiety. #Neuroskyence

Read the post here: communities.springernature.com/posts/unrave...

Unraveling The Role of CBD in Anxiety Regulation

communities.springernature.com

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Yasmin Hurd, PhD @neurovoice.bsky.social · Mar 27

New Hurd Lab translational study used machine learning to identify the Shisa7 gene’s role in opioid addiction. This exciting work contributes to our understanding of the neurobiological basis of addiction. #Neuroskyence

📚 Read more: www.biologicalpsychiatryjournal.com/article/S000...

Image of the title, authors, and abstract of the linked paper.

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Yasmin Hurd, PhD @neurovoice.bsky.social · Mar 26

Despite cannabis policy having a direct effect on how the public interacts with #cannabis products, we have very little data on the public health implications of cannabis policies that have been instated over the past few decades.

🎧 Listen to the discussion 👇🏾

Public Health On Call Podcast @publichealthpod.bsky.social · Feb 24

Cannabis is legal in nearly half of all U.S. states. But between federal and state laws, policy is complicated.

Hear from @neurovoice.bsky.social and @sentencinglaw.bsky.social on how this hazy landscape impacts public health policy and equity: podcast.publichealth.jhu.edu/853-the-hazy...

Promo graphic for episode 853 of Public Health On Call, titled The Hazy World of Cannabis Policy.

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Yasmin Hurd, PhD @neurovoice.bsky.social · Mar 10

Thank you for reading through some of my favorite posts. I’m looking forward to sharing more exciting work with everyone here! (9/9)

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Yasmin Hurd, PhD @neurovoice.bsky.social · Mar 10

#Cannabis policy must evolve to reflect the cannabis of today and its health effects. I shared my thoughts in a @sciam.bsky.social op-ed.

📘 Read the article here: www.scientificamerican.com/article/we-n... (8/9)

A screenshot of the Twitter/X post about the Scientific American article, with a photo of the top of the article.

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Yasmin Hurd, PhD @neurovoice.bsky.social · Mar 10

I spoke with Freakonomics about the complexity and nuance of modern #cannabis.

🎧 Listen to the episode here: freakonomics.com/podcast/is-a... (7/9)

A screenshot of the Twitter/X post linking to the episode of Freakonomics Radio.

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Yasmin Hurd, PhD @neurovoice.bsky.social · Mar 10

🌈 Allyship is crucial for scientific innovation and progress. As a leader in neuroscience, I strive to make sure everyone is seen and heard because science thrives when we all contribute.

🎥 Watch the video here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=LbhH... (6/9)

A screenshot of the Twitter/X post highlighting the importance of solidarity, support & belonging, and linking to a video about allyship.

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Yasmin Hurd, PhD @neurovoice.bsky.social · Mar 10

As #cannabis use changes, so should our approach to cannabis research & treatment. We need new research methods & improved treatment options to address cannabis use disorder effectively.

Read the paper here: psychiatryonline.org/doi/10.1176/... (5/9)

A screenshot of the Twitter/X post of the American Journal of Psychiatry paper, including a picture of the paper's title "The Developmental Trajectory to Cannabis Use Disorder."

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