Yasmin Hurd, PhD
@neurovoice.bsky.social
Director of Addiction Institute & Chair of Translational Neuroscience
at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai. PI of the Hurd Lab. Research on genes x environment x addiction. Working to #EndStigma
labs.neuroscience.mssm.edu/project/hurd-lab/
at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai. PI of the Hurd Lab. Research on genes x environment x addiction. Working to #EndStigma
labs.neuroscience.mssm.edu/project/hurd-lab/
Current research continues to emphasize that adolescents should not be consuming #cannabis and need to be better educated about its health impacts 🧠
Read more about the mental and physical effects of cannabis use on the brain ⬇️
www.psychologytoday.com/ca/blog/addi...
Read more about the mental and physical effects of cannabis use on the brain ⬇️
www.psychologytoday.com/ca/blog/addi...
Early Cannabis Use Poses Risks to Physical and Mental Health
Recent studies have found earlier teen cannabis use significantly increases risks for serious health problems in adulthood. Best goal: Delay or prevent cannabis use in adolescents.
www.psychologytoday.com
November 6, 2025 at 7:07 PM
Current research continues to emphasize that adolescents should not be consuming #cannabis and need to be better educated about its health impacts 🧠
Read more about the mental and physical effects of cannabis use on the brain ⬇️
www.psychologytoday.com/ca/blog/addi...
Read more about the mental and physical effects of cannabis use on the brain ⬇️
www.psychologytoday.com/ca/blog/addi...
Reposted by Yasmin Hurd, PhD
GREAT PRESENTATION by @neurovoice.bsky.social at Mount SInai's Dean's Select Seminar Series. An exciting talk about how @mountsinainyc.bsky.social's translational efforts in #Addiction research are contributing to the development of treatments that can truly make a difference in patients' lives.
October 10, 2025 at 12:17 PM
GREAT PRESENTATION by @neurovoice.bsky.social at Mount SInai's Dean's Select Seminar Series. An exciting talk about how @mountsinainyc.bsky.social's translational efforts in #Addiction research are contributing to the development of treatments that can truly make a difference in patients' lives.
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 🎉
Congratulations to the team, and special shout out to CARES Director, Shilpa Taufique 🎉
September 29, 2025 at 6:59 PM
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 🎉
Congratulations to the team, and special shout out to CARES Director, Shilpa Taufique 🎉
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!
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!
September 10, 2025 at 6:37 PM
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!
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!
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 👇
Read more 👇
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...
August 5, 2025 at 5:21 PM
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 👇
Read more 👇
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...
Learn more on Mount Sinai's Road to Resilience: www.mountsinai.org/about/newsro...
July 31, 2025 at 5:05 PM
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...
Learn more on Mount Sinai's Road to Resilience: www.mountsinai.org/about/newsro...
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.
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.
July 23, 2025 at 6:34 PM
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.
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.
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...
I spoke with Doug Bopst on The Adversity Advantage about the risks of cannabis consumption. #Neuroskyence
🎧 Listen here: podcasts.apple.com/bb/podcast/c...
July 21, 2025 at 6:03 PM
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...
I spoke with Doug Bopst on The Adversity Advantage about the risks of cannabis consumption. #Neuroskyence
🎧 Listen here: podcasts.apple.com/bb/podcast/c...
🧠 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/...
Read about current cannabis findings and future directions for research here: psychiatryonline.org/doi/10.1176/...
July 18, 2025 at 7:21 PM
🧠 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/...
Read about current cannabis findings and future directions for research here: psychiatryonline.org/doi/10.1176/...
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 🎉
Congratulations graduates 🎉
July 16, 2025 at 8:46 PM
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 🎉
Congratulations graduates 🎉
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...
Read more in the American Psychological Association's June Report: www.apa.org/monitor/2025...
June 17, 2025 at 5:08 PM
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...
Read more in the American Psychological Association's June Report: www.apa.org/monitor/2025...
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...
Watch more: www.youtube.com/watch?v=f2Eb...
June 6, 2025 at 6:14 PM
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...
Watch more: www.youtube.com/watch?v=f2Eb...
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
Come say hello! #Neuroskyence
May 23, 2025 at 6:06 PM
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
Come say hello! #Neuroskyence
Reposted by Yasmin Hurd, PhD
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
@yulonglilab.bsky.social @neurovoice.bsky.social @turrigiano.bsky.social and Kerry Ressler #CAN2025
May 20, 2025 at 5:39 PM
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
@yulonglilab.bsky.social @neurovoice.bsky.social @turrigiano.bsky.social and Kerry Ressler #CAN2025
🤔 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...
I encourage consumers to evaluate these products & know the potential risks.
Read more in @wcp.bsky.social: washingtoncitypaper.com/article/7624...
May 15, 2025 at 6:32 PM
🤔 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...
I encourage consumers to evaluate these products & know the potential risks.
Read more in @wcp.bsky.social: washingtoncitypaper.com/article/7624...
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...
🎧 Listen to my discussion with Julie Rose on Top Of Mind here: open.spotify.com/show/5P43AGN...
May 6, 2025 at 7:20 PM
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...
🎧 Listen to my discussion with Julie Rose on Top Of Mind here: open.spotify.com/show/5P43AGN...
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!
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!
May 1, 2025 at 6:13 PM
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!
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!
📣 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...
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...
April 14, 2025 at 1:37 PM
📣 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...
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...
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 👇🏾
Check it out here 👇🏾
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
Listen or read: buff.ly/KJBAzLB
April 4, 2025 at 7:11 PM
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 👇🏾
Check it out here 👇🏾
✒️ 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...
Read the post here: communities.springernature.com/posts/unrave...
Unraveling The Role of CBD in Anxiety Regulation
communities.springernature.com
March 31, 2025 at 6:11 PM
✒️ 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...
Read the post here: communities.springernature.com/posts/unrave...
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...
📚 Read more: www.biologicalpsychiatryjournal.com/article/S000...
March 27, 2025 at 8:36 PM
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...
📚 Read more: www.biologicalpsychiatryjournal.com/article/S000...
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 👇🏾
🎧 Listen to the discussion 👇🏾
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...
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...
March 26, 2025 at 6:22 PM
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 👇🏾
🎧 Listen to the discussion 👇🏾
Bluesky, you’ve been so welcoming and positive so far 🦋 I want to share some of my favorite posts from “the bad place,” so everyone here can get to know me a bit better. Check them out below ⬇️
I’d love to see YOUR favorite posts, feel free to share them here!
#Neuroskyence #WomenInSTEM 🧪 (1/9)
I’d love to see YOUR favorite posts, feel free to share them here!
#Neuroskyence #WomenInSTEM 🧪 (1/9)
March 10, 2025 at 7:10 PM
Bluesky, you’ve been so welcoming and positive so far 🦋 I want to share some of my favorite posts from “the bad place,” so everyone here can get to know me a bit better. Check them out below ⬇️
I’d love to see YOUR favorite posts, feel free to share them here!
#Neuroskyence #WomenInSTEM 🧪 (1/9)
I’d love to see YOUR favorite posts, feel free to share them here!
#Neuroskyence #WomenInSTEM 🧪 (1/9)
As the public's relationship with cannabis changes, so should national policy. Again, we call on public health officials to do more to educate the public on the potential harms of #cannabis use 🧠 #Neuroskyence
Read about the @nationalacademies.org report here: reports.mountsinai.org/article/psyc...
Read about the @nationalacademies.org report here: reports.mountsinai.org/article/psyc...
February 28, 2025 at 6:48 PM
As the public's relationship with cannabis changes, so should national policy. Again, we call on public health officials to do more to educate the public on the potential harms of #cannabis use 🧠 #Neuroskyence
Read about the @nationalacademies.org report here: reports.mountsinai.org/article/psyc...
Read about the @nationalacademies.org report here: reports.mountsinai.org/article/psyc...
New Hurd Lab paper in Molecular Psychiatry explores how cannabidiol can help reduce anxiety linked to specific triggers.
Learn more about our findings 🧵 and read the full paper here: www.nature.com/articles/s41... (1/7) #Neuroskyence #WomenInSTEM #CBD
Learn more about our findings 🧵 and read the full paper here: www.nature.com/articles/s41... (1/7) #Neuroskyence #WomenInSTEM #CBD
February 18, 2025 at 9:09 PM
New Hurd Lab paper in Molecular Psychiatry explores how cannabidiol can help reduce anxiety linked to specific triggers.
Learn more about our findings 🧵 and read the full paper here: www.nature.com/articles/s41... (1/7) #Neuroskyence #WomenInSTEM #CBD
Learn more about our findings 🧵 and read the full paper here: www.nature.com/articles/s41... (1/7) #Neuroskyence #WomenInSTEM #CBD