Key genes linked to addiction discovered – Dr Rabin quoted

Published on: 2025-11-16

This article published in La Presse discusses a recent study conducted by an Ontario researcher who has identified genes associated with cannabis addiction. The article also cites the study conducted by Drs Rachel Rabin and Romina Mizrahi, which identified a molecule that makes it very difficult for cigarette smokers to quit smoking cannabis.

” Cannabis and nicotine alter the anandamide regulation system. This alteration can complicate withdrawal. “

– Dr. Rachel Rabin

For more information, please refer to the news article we published about this study and McGill’s press release:

You can consult the study “A preliminary investigation of tobacco co-use on endocannabinoid activity in people with cannabis use” by Rachel Rabin, Joseph Farrugia, Ranjini Garani and Romina Mizrahi published in Drug and Alcohol Dependence Reports.

Key genes linked to addiction discovered – Dr Rabin quoted

Source: La Presse