ISSN:
1432-2072
Keywords:
Marihuana
;
Δ 9-Tetrahydrocannabinol
;
Emotional Behavior
;
Habituation
Source:
Springer Online Journal Archives 1860-2000
Topics:
Medicine
Notes:
Abstract The effects of acute and chronic administration of Δ 9-THC, cannabis extract and control solution on the behavior of rats repeatedly exposed to an open-field arena have been studied. After the first dose both Δ 9-THC and cannabis extract significantly decreased defecation, grooming and rearing; ambulation was not affected. After 20 injections of both marihuana compounds the rats showed values for defecation, grooming and rearing near to those obtained during the predrug phase; control rats, however, showed a significant decrease in these parameters indicating habituation to the open-field. The results are discussed in terms of effects of marihuana on emotional behavior of rats.
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/BF00404383