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WED 29 AUGUST 2018 Report of media coverage - Eske Derks Nature Neuroscience study - August 2018 Executive summary

Desire for cannabis linked to mental illness Barrier Daily Truth, Broken Hill NSW, General News 29 Aug 2018

Page 5 • 160 words • ASR AUD 236 • Photo: No • Type: News Item • Size: 82.00 cm² • NSW • • QIMR Berghofer Medical Research Institute - Press • ID: 1001111073 A major international study has found people with certain mental disorders including schizophrenia have a higher genetic disposition to use cannabis. The study, published in the journal Nature Neuroscience yesterday, found 35 genes that influence whether people are likely to ever use the drug. View original - Full text: 160 word(s), <1 min

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These genes make you highly likely to get high Courier Mail, , General News, Janelle Miles 28 Aug 2018

Page 4 • 169 words • ASR AUD 1,458 • Photo: No • Type: News Item • Size: 83.00 cm² • QLD • Australia • QIMR Berghofer Medical Research Institute - Press • ID: 1000486817 A STUDY of more than 180,000 people worldwide has identified 35 genes that influence whether people are likely to use cannabis recreationally. The international research, co-led by QIMR Berghofer Medical Research Institute scientist Eske Derks, uncovered genetic overlaps between recreational cannabis use, some mental health conditions including schizophrenia and bipolar disorder, and certain personality traits, such as risk-taking behaviour. View original - Full text: 169 word(s), <1 min

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Genes could influence desire to use cannabis The Dominion Post, Wellington, General News, Ruby Macandrew 28 Aug 2018

Page 3 • 418 words • ASR AUD 1,645 • Photo: No • Type: News Item • Size: 279.00 cm² • NZ • New Zealand • QIMR Berghofer Medical Research Institute - Press • ID: 1000453174 An international team of researchers has conducted the biggest ever study into genetic predisposition for cannabis use, identifying dozens of genes that influence whether people are likely to use the drug. Using DNA samples from more than 180,000 people nationwide, the scientists also identified genetic links between cannabis use, some mental health conditions and certain personality traits. View original - Full text: 418 word(s), ~1 min

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DISCLAIMER Isentia makes no representations and, to the extent permitted by law, excludes all warranties in relation to the information contained in the report and is not liable for any losses, costs or expenses, resulting from any use or misuse of the report. Cannabis use in genes Gold Coast Bulletin, Gold Coast QLD, General News 28 Aug 2018

Page 5 • 53 words • ASR AUD 227 • Photo: No • Type: News Item • Size: 31.00 cm² • QLD • Australia • QIMR Berghofer Medical Research Institute - Press • ID: 1000640847 A STUDY of more than 180,000 people worldwide has identified 35 genes that influence whether people are likely to use cannabis recreationally. The research, co-led by QIMR Berghofer Medical Research Institute scientist Eske Derks, uncovered genetic overlaps between cannabis use, mental health conditions including schizophrenia and bipolar disorder, and certain personality traits. View original - Full text: 53 word(s), <1 min

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World News... NZ - National, Wellington, 22:00 News, Newsreader 28 Aug 2018 10:11 PM Duration: 0 min 50 secs • ASR AUD 1,541 • NZ • New Zealand • QIMR Berghofer Medical Research Institute -RadioTV • ID: X00075873742 World News Australia - An international study has identified 35 different genes that influence whether a person is likely to use cannabis. QIMR Berghofer Medical Research Institute Study Co-Leader Professor Eske Derks says the genes also pre-dispose people to schizophrenia, bipolar, alcohol dependence and risk-taking behaviours.

Audience 28,600 All, 11,900 MALE 16+, 16,600 FEMALE 16+ Interviewees Eske Derks, Study Co-Leader, QIMR Berghofer Medical Research Institute Also broadcast from the following 2 stations Radio NZ - National (Christchurch), Radio NZ - National (Auckland)

Report by reporter about new research on cannabis. Ricky is 21 ... Triple J, , Hack, Tom Tilley 28 Aug 2018 5:45 PM Duration: 4 mins 14 secs • ASR AUD 181,425 • National • Australia • QIMR Berghofer Medical Research Institute -RadioTV • ID: X00075862016 Report by Triple J Hack reporter Avani Dias about new research on cannabis. Ricky is 21 from the Gold Coast and she thinks she got her looks from her dad and smoking weed from her mum. According to a genetics study, the likelihood of using marijuana can be inherited. The study looked at the genetic make-up of more than 180, 000 people around the world. Professor Eske Derks from the QIMR Berghofer Medical Research, one of the authors of the study, says the study tells them that cannabis use is a heritable trait. Derks adds they've found a strong link between cannabis use and schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. The research is still figuring out whether cannabis causes or exacerbates schizophrenia and other mental health issues.

Audience 138,000 All, 75,000 MALE 16+, 59,000 FEMALE 16+ Interviewees Eske Derks, QIMR Berghofer Medical Research [excerpt]|Ricky [excerpt] Also broadcast from the following 7 stations Triple J (), Triple J (), Triple J (), Triple J (Brisbane), Triple J (), Triple J (), Triple J (Darwin)

COPYRIGHT For the internal research use of Mediaportal subscribers only. Not to be provided to any third party for any purpose without the express permission of Isentia. For further information contact [email protected] Pre-recorded interview with QIMR Berghofer's Professor Eske Derks. Childs reports an ... ABC News, Sydney, ABC News with Ros Childs, Ros Childs 28 Aug 2018 2:43 PM Duration: 3 mins 59 secs • ASR AUD 11,351 • National • Australia • QIMR Berghofer Medical Research Institute -RadioTV • ID: X00075859671 Pre-recorded interview with QIMR Berghofer's Professor Eske Derks. Childs reports an international study into cannabis use has identified 35 genes that influence whether someone is likely to take the drug. She says scientists have also found genetic links between cannabis use, some mental conditions, and certain personality traits. Childs adds Derks co-led this study. Derks notes they included information on cannabis use from over 180,000 participants, which included international people. She explains they compared the genetic profiles of cannabis users to those who do not and found differences in the frequencies of those 35 genes. Derks states genes contribute to about 40% of the risk to take cannabis. She says they investigated whether genetic influence on cannabis use also influences the risk of schizophrenia and they found people who have a high genetic risk will be more likely to start using cannabis. Derks notes genetic factor for cannabis use also increases the risk of alcohol dependence, tobacco smoking, ADHD, and autism. She states one in 10 users will eventually be addicted to cannabis.

Audience 50,000 All, 30,000 MALE 16+, 18,000 FEMALE 16+ Interviewees Professor Eske Derks, QIMR Berghofer Also broadcast from the following 10 stations ABC News (Melbourne), ABC News (Regional NSW), ABC News (Brisbane), ABC News (Adelaide), ABC News (Perth), ABC News (Regional ), ABC News (Hobart), ABC News (Canberra), ABC News (Regional ), ABC News (Regional West Australia)

An international study has found that people with certain mental disorders including ... 4BC, Brisbane, 14:00 News, Newsreader 28 Aug 2018 2:03 PM Duration: 0 min 31 secs • ASR AUD 509 • QLD • Australia • QIMR Berghofer Medical Research Institute -RadioTV • ID: X00075858323 An international study has found that people with certain mental disorders including schizophrenia have a higher genetic disposition to use cannabis. Queensland's QIMR Berghofer Medical Research Institute says researchers found a genetic overlap between cannabis use and the use of tobacco and other substances.

Audience 16,000 All, 6,000 MALE 16+, 11,000 FEMALE 16+ Also broadcast from the following 5 stations 1071 AM (Kingaroy), 4BU (), 4CRB FM (Gold Coast), 4LG (Longreach), Radio 4KZ (Innisfail)

COPYRIGHT For the internal research use of Mediaportal subscribers only. Not to be provided to any third party for any purpose without the express permission of Isentia. For further information contact [email protected] Pre-recorded interview with QIMR Berghofer's Professor Eske Derks. Childs reports an ... ABC News, Sydney, ABC News with Ros Childs, Ros Childs 28 Aug 2018 1:44 PM Duration: 3 mins 58 secs • ASR AUD 11,530 • National • Australia • QIMR Berghofer Medical Research Institute -RadioTV • ID: X00075858562 Pre-recorded interview with QIMR Berghofer's Professor Eske Derks. Childs reports an international study into cannabis use has identified 35 genes that influence whether someone is likely to take the drug. She says scientists have also found genetic links between cannabis use, some mental conditions, and certain personality traits. Childs adds Derks co-led this study. Derks notes they included information on cannabis use from over 180,000 participants, which included international people. She explains they compared the genetic profiles of cannabis users to those who do not and found differences in the frequencies of those 35 genes. Derks states genes contribute to about 40% of the risk to take cannabis. She says they investigated whether genetic influence on cannabis use also influences the risk of schizophrenia and they found people who have a high genetic risk will be more likely to start using cannabis. Derks notes genetic factor for cannabis use also increases the risk of alcohol dependence, tobacco smoking, ADHD, and autism. She states one in 10 users will eventually be addicted to cannabis.

Audience 51,000 All, 31,000 MALE 16+, 18,000 FEMALE 16+ Interviewees Professor Eske Derks, QIMR Berghofer Also broadcast from the following 10 stations ABC News (Melbourne), ABC News (Regional NSW), ABC News (Brisbane), ABC News (Adelaide), ABC News (Perth), ABC News (Regional Queensland), ABC News (Hobart), ABC News (Canberra), ABC News (Regional Victoria), ABC News (Regional West Australia)

World News... Radio NZ - National, Wellington, 13:00 News, Newsreader 28 Aug 2018 1:01 PM Duration: 0 min 53 secs • ASR AUD 2,372 • NZ • New Zealand • QIMR Berghofer Medical Research Institute -RadioTV • ID: X00075855734 World News Australia - An international study has identified 35 different genes that influence whether a person is likely to use cannabis. QIMR Berghofer Medical Research Institute Study Co-Leader Professor Eske Derks says the genes also pre-dispose people to schizophrenia, bipolar, alcohol dependence and risk-taking behaviours.

Audience 55,600 All, 24,700 MALE 16+, 30,900 FEMALE 16+ Interviewees Eske Derks, Study Co-Leader, QIMR Berghofer Medical Research Institute Also broadcast from the following 2 stations Radio NZ - National (Christchurch), Radio NZ - National (Auckland)

COPYRIGHT For the internal research use of Mediaportal subscribers only. Not to be provided to any third party for any purpose without the express permission of Isentia. For further information contact [email protected] Interview with Professor Eske Derks, QIMR Berghofer. Childs reports an international ... ABC News, Sydney, ABC News with Ros Childs, Ros Childs 28 Aug 2018 12:42 PM Duration: 4 mins 5 secs • ASR AUD 11,871 • National • Australia • QIMR Berghofer Medical Research Institute -RadioTV • ID: X00075857518 Interview with Professor Eske Derks, QIMR Berghofer. Childs reports an international study into cannabis use has identified 35 genes that influence whether someone is likely to take the drug. She says scientists have also found genetic links between cannabis use, some mental conditions, and certain personality traits. Childs adds Derks co-led this study. Derks notes they included information on cannabis use from over 180,000 participants, which included international people. She explains they compared the genetic profiles of cannabis users to those who do not and found differences in the frequencies of those 35 genes. Derks states genes contribute to about 40% of the risk to take cannabis. She says they investigated whether genetic influence on cannabis use also influences the risk of schizophrenia and they found people who have a high genetic risk will be more likely to start using cannabis. Derks notes genetic factor for cannabis use also increases the risk of alcohol dependence, tobacco smoking, ADHD, and autism. She states one in 10 users will eventually be addicted to cannabis.

Audience 51,000 All, 32,000 MALE 16+, 18,000 FEMALE 16+ Interviewees Professor Eske Derks, QIMR Berghofer Also broadcast from the following 10 stations ABC News (Melbourne), ABC News (Regional NSW), ABC News (Brisbane), ABC News (Adelaide), ABC News (Perth), ABC News (Regional Queensland), ABC News (Hobart), ABC News (Canberra), ABC News (Regional Victoria), ABC News (Regional West Australia)

New genetics research has found that certain genes can influence a person's likelihood ... ABC Wide Bay, Bundaberg, 12:00 News, Newsreader 28 Aug 2018 12:02 PM Duration: 0 min 41 secs • ASR AUD 84 • QLD • Australia • QIMR Berghofer Medical Research Institute -RadioTV • ID: X00075858292 New genetics research has found that certain genes can influence a person's likelihood of using cannabis. The study identifies 35 genes that can determine whether a person is susceptible to the usage of the plant. Queensland QIMR Berghofer Institute's Professor Eske Derks says the study revealed that people who have schizophrenia in their genes are more prone to cannabis usage.

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Interview with Professor Eske Derks, Head, QIMR Neurogenomics Laboratory. Gaffney ... ABC Sunshine Coast, Sunshine Coast, Breakfast, Annie Gaffney 28 Aug 2018 9:36 AM Duration: 9 mins 37 secs • ASR AUD 1,760 • QLD • Australia • QIMR Berghofer Medical Research Institute -RadioTV • ID: X00075857899 Interview with Professor Eske Derks, Head, QIMR Neurogenomics Laboratory. Gaffney says cannabis is one of the most wildly used drugs in the world. She says a new research has revealed there are 35 genes that influence whether people are ever likely to use cannabis. Gaffney says Derks says worked with teams of researchers from the Netherlands and Virginia Commonwealth University in the US. Derks say they have 180,000 participants. Gaffney says they isolated the 35 genes that can influence whether someone uses cannabis or not. Derks says they have access to the genetic data of the participants, she explained how the student went and how they identified people who are likely to use cannabis. Gaffney says they also studied the likelihood of whether there is any link between cannabis and schizophrenia.

Audience 5,100 All, 2,400 MALE 16+, 2,700 FEMALE 16+ Interviewees Professor Eske Derks, Head, QIMR Neurogenomics Laboratory

COPYRIGHT For the internal research use of Mediaportal subscribers only. Not to be provided to any third party for any purpose without the express permission of Isentia. For further information contact [email protected] Report by George Roberts. ... ABC Radio Canberra, Canberra, AM, Kim Landers 28 Aug 2018 8:20 AM Duration: 3 mins 3 secs • ASR AUD 47,389 • National • Australia • QIMR Berghofer Medical Research Institute -RadioTV • ID: X00075853311 Report by George Roberts. Roberts notes Australians researchers from QIMR Berghofer in Brisbane have identified human genes are linked to marijuana use. QIMR Berhofer Professor Eske Derks says they compare the DNA profiles of cannabis users and non-cannabis users and found that 35 genes are linked to marijuana use. Roberts says researchers have also found a genetic link between marijuana use and schizophrenia.

Audience 411,700 All, 204,000 MALE 16+, 196,700 FEMALE 16+ Interviewees Bronson, former marijuana user|Eske Derks, Professor, QIMR Berhofer Also broadcast from the following 49 stations ABC Alice Springs (Alice Springs), ABC Ballarat (Ballarat), ABC Broken Hill (Broken Hill), ABC Capricornia (), ABC Central Victoria (), ABC Central West NSW (Orange), ABC Coffs Coast (Coffs Harbour), ABC Esperance (Esperance), ABC Eyre Peninsula and West Coast (Port Lincoln), ABC Far North (), ABC (Sale), ABC Gold Coast (Gold Coast), ABC Goldfields WA (Kalgoorlie), ABC Goulburn Murray (), ABC Great Southern (Albany), ABC Illawarra (Wollongong), ABC Kimberley (Broome), ABC Midwest and Wheatbelt (Geraldton), ABC - (Mildura), ABC New England North West (Tamworth), ABC Newcastle (Newcastle), ABC North and West SA (Port Pirie), ABC North Coast NSW (Lismore), ABC (), ABC North West Qld (Mt Isa), ABC North West WA (Karratha), ABC Northern (Launceston), ABC (Adelaide), ABC Radio Brisbane (Brisbane), ABC Radio Darwin (Darwin), ABC Radio Hobart (Hobart), ABC Radio Melbourne (Melbourne), ABC Radio Perth (Perth), ABC Radio Sydney (Sydney), ABC (), ABC Riverland SA (Renmark), ABC (Shepparton), ABC South East NSW (Bega), ABC South East SA (Mt Gambier), ABC South West WA (Bunbury), ABC South Western Victoria (Warrnambool), ABC Southern Queensland (), ABC Sunshine Coast (Sunshine Coast), ABC Tropical North (Mackay), ABC Upper Hunter (Muswellbrook), ABC Western Plains NSW (), ABC Western Queensland (Longreach), ABC Western Victoria (Horsham), ABC Wide Bay (Bundaberg)

Researches have found there may be a scientific reason people like to smoke marijuana. ... ABC News, Melbourne, Breakfast, Sandy Aloisi 28 Aug 2018 7:54 AM Duration: 3 mins 56 secs • ASR AUD 79,350 • National • Australia • QIMR Berghofer Medical Research Institute -RadioTV • ID: X00075860930 Researches have found there may be a scientific reason people like to smoke marijuana. As part of the world's largest genetic study of cannabis uses, Australian researchers have helped define that 35 genes are linked to marijuana use. Queensland man Bronson says he used to smoke it in high school. QIMR Berghofer researcher Professor Eske Derks says they compared the DNA profiles of cannabis users and non-cannabis user and over 180,000 subjects. She says they found 35 genes that are associated with the risk of using cannabis. There is also a link between marijuana and schizophrenia. She says people who carry a higher genetic risk for schizophrenia are more likely to use cannabis as a kind of self-medication. Bronson says he has other hobbies as well.

Audience 75,000 All, 43,000 MALE 16+, 32,000 FEMALE 16+ Interviewees Bronson, Queensland man|Professor Eske Derks, QIMR Berghofer Also broadcast from the following 7 stations ABC News (Sydney), ABC News (Brisbane), ABC News (Adelaide), ABC News (Perth), ABC News (Canberra), ABC News (Newcastle), ABC News (Gold Coast)

COPYRIGHT For the internal research use of Mediaportal subscribers only. Not to be provided to any third party for any purpose without the express permission of Isentia. For further information contact [email protected] Report by George Roberts. Landers says as part of the world's largest genetic study of ... , Canberra, AM, Kim Landers 28 Aug 2018 7:26 AM Duration: 2 mins 48 secs • ASR AUD 128,026 • National • Australia • QIMR Berghofer Medical Research Institute -RadioTV • ID: X00075851596 Report by George Roberts. Landers says as part of the world's largest genetic study of cannabis use, Australian researchers helped to find that 35 genes are linked to marijuana use. Bronson, Queensland man, says he used to smoke it in high school. Professor Eske Derks, QIMR Berghofer, says they compared the DNA profiles of cannabis users and non-cannabis user and over 180,000 subjects. She says they found 35 genes that are associated with the risk of using cannabis. There is also a link between marijuana and schizophrenia. She says people who carry a higher genetic risk for schizophrenia are more likely to use cannabis as a kind of self-medication. Bronson says he has other hobbies as well.

Audience 138,000 All, 64,000 MALE 16+, 70,000 FEMALE 16+ Interviewees Bronson, Queensland man|Professor Eske Derks, QIMR Berghofer Also broadcast from the following 9 stations (Asia Pacific) (Sydney), Radio National (Sydney), Radio National (Melbourne), Radio National (Brisbane), Radio National (Perth), Radio National (Hobart), Radio National (Adelaide), Radio National (Darwin), Radio National (Newcastle)

There may be a scientific reason why some people like to smoke marijuana. As part of ... ABC Radio Canberra, Canberra, Early AM, Kim Landers 28 Aug 2018 6:12 AM Duration: 2 mins 50 secs • ASR AUD 23,656 • National • Australia • QIMR Berghofer Medical Research Institute -RadioTV • ID: X00075850068 There may be a scientific reason why some people like to smoke marijuana. As part of the world's largest genetic study of cannabis use, Australian researchers helped to find that 35 genes are linked to marijuana use. Bronson, Queensland man, says he used to smoke it in high school. Professor Eske Derks, QIMR Berghofer, says they compared the DNA profiles of cannabis users and non-cannabis user and over 180,000 subjects. She says they found 35 genes that are associated with the risk of using cannabis. There is also a link between marijuana and schizophrenia. She says people who carry a higher genetic risk for schizophrenia are more likely to use cannabis as a kid of self-medication. Bronson says he has other hobbies as well.

Audience 154,500 All, 81,700 MALE 16+, 70,800 FEMALE 16+ Interviewees Professor Eske Derks, QIMR Berghofer|ronson, Queensland man Also broadcast from the following 41 stations ABC Alice Springs (Alice Springs), ABC Broken Hill (Broken Hill), ABC Capricornia (Rockhampton), ABC Central Coast (Erina), ABC Central Victoria (Bendigo), ABC Central West NSW (Orange), ABC Coffs Coast (Coffs Harbour), ABC Esperance (Esperance), ABC Far North (Cairns), ABC Gippsland (Sale), ABC Goldfields WA (Kalgoorlie), ABC Goulburn Murray (Wodonga), ABC Great Southern (Albany), ABC Great Southern WA (Wagin), ABC Illawarra (Wollongong), ABC Kimberley (Broome), ABC Midwest and Wheatbelt (Geraldton), ABC Mildura - Swan Hill (Mildura), ABC New England North West (Tamworth), ABC Newcastle (Newcastle), ABC North Coast NSW (Lismore), ABC North Queensland (Townsville), ABC North West Qld (Mt Isa), ABC Radio Adelaide (Adelaide), ABC Radio Brisbane (Brisbane), ABC Radio Darwin (Darwin), ABC Radio Hobart (Hobart), ABC Radio Melbourne (Melbourne), ABC Radio Perth (Perth), ABC Radio Sydney (Sydney), ABC Riverina (Wagga Wagga), ABC Shepparton (Shepparton), ABC South East NSW (Bega), ABC South East SA (Mt Gambier), ABC South West WA (Bunbury), ABC South Western Victoria (Warrnambool), ABC Tropical North (Mackay), ABC Upper Hunter (Muswellbrook), ABC Western Plains NSW (Dubbo), ABC Western Queensland (Longreach), ABC Wide Bay (Bundaberg)

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Aussie Scientists Found There Are 35 Genes That Make Humans Want To Get High GQ.com.au by Brad Nash 28 Aug 2018 5:44 PM 424 words • ASR AUD 148 • QIMR Berghofer Medical Research Institute - Online • ID: 1000887075 Read on source site

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New Study Suggests Schizophrenia Might Actually Lead to Cannabis Use Vice 28 Aug 2018 2:39 PM 400 words • ASR N/A • QIMR Berghofer Medical Research Institute - Online • ID: 1000831412 Read on source site

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DNA study links likelihood of cannabis use to certain genes Radio New Zealand 28 Aug 2018 12:39 PM 251 words • ASR AUD 37 • QIMR Berghofer Medical Research Institute - Online • ID: 1000797808 Read on source site

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Study links mental illness to cannabis use Yahoo! New Zealand 28 Aug 2018 3:34 AM 256 words • ASR AUD 2,095 • QIMR Berghofer Medical Research Institute - Online • ID: 1000618914 Read on source site

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Australian Scientists Found Genes That Might Explain Your Desire To Get High Gizmodo Australia by RAE JOHNSTON 27 Aug 2018 4:25 PM 408 words • ASR AUD 495 • QIMR Berghofer Medical Research Institute - Online • ID: 1000366787 Read on source site

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Desire for cannabis linked to mental illness A major international study Queensland’s QIMR Berghofer use also influence these other traits has found people with certain Institute was part of the internation- and conditions.” mental disorders including schiz- al team of scientists who worked on It had previously been thought ophrenia have a higher genetic the study. that cannabis use caused mental Professor Derks said they found disorders, but Professor Derks said disposition to use cannabis. a “genetic overlap” between can- this study seemed to confirm the The study, published in the jourr- nabis use and use of tobacco and alternate theory that it merely exac- nal Nature Neuroscience yesterr- other substances, as well as a risk of erbated underlying conditions. day, found 35 genes that influence developing schizophrenia and bipo- “This may suggest that people whether people are likely to ever lar disorder. with schizophrenia use cannabis to use the drug. “In other words, the genes that cope with the symptoms,” he said. Professor Eske Derks from increase the likelihood of cannabis -AAP 28 Aug 2018 Courier Mail, Brisbane Author: Janelle Miles • Section: General News • Article type : News Item Classification : Capital City Daily • Audience : 135,007 • Page: 4 • Printed Size: 83.00cm² Market: QLD • Country: Australia • ASR: AUD 1,458 • Words: 169 • Item ID: 1000486817

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Licensed by Copyright Agency. You may only copy or communicate this work with a licence. Page 1 of 1 back Cannabis use in genes A STUDY of more than 180,000 people worldwide has search Institute scientist Eske identified 35 genes that influ- Derks, uncovered genetic ence whether people are likely overlaps between cannabis to use cannabis recreationally. use, mental health conditions The research, co-led by including schizophrenia and QIMR Berghofer Medical Re- bipolar disorder, and certain personality traits.