With an abundance of cannabinoid receptors in the cells of the brain, it should be no surprise that cannabinoids are involved with mental processes including mental illness. The THC in cannabis is responsible for its psychoactive effects, which range from “euphoria” to “anxiety” or “acute psychosis”

Although there is no true cure, there are instances where individuals who were once HIV positive are now considered “cured” of the disease. Examining how this type of “cure” has occurred allows us to evaluate its practicality and its implications for future research into HIV treatments.