How does cannabis use affect short-term memory and recall during the creative process?

Cannabis use has been associated with short-term memory impairment and reduced cognitive functioning, including difficulty with attention, concentration, and information processing. These effects are primarily attributed to the cannabinoid delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), which is the main psychoactive compound in cannabis. Studies have shown that THC affects the hippocampus, a brain region that is essential for memory formation and retrieval. THC can interfere with the normal functioning of the hippocampus by disrupting the ....