More on Medical Marijuana
The recent presentation has changed my attitude toward medical mj. I am wondering if there is contrary research to his. I’m not going to advocate for any policy changes or start discussions with patients.
The deal breaker for me is the THC piece. THC is unwanted in medical mj. Therefore mood alteration is what you DON’T want for medical usage …
The presenter was measured and seems like a responsible, experienced clinician. I’m just impressed with how he uses the substance, how much discretion he uses and how he counsels his patients relative to DUIIs, adolescent ingestion of any mind altering substance — I think the guy who authored “Reefer Madness” did not help us use our intelligence when evaluating this drug.
Peaceful holidays to all.
New marijuana laws start 79 years after Prohibition ends
…the day that marijuana became legal in Washington is the anniversary of repeal of The Volstead Act, which prohibited the production, sale, and transport, but not private ownership or consumption of “intoxicating liquors”. The law, the 18th Amendment to the US Constitution … was significant in the creation of powerful gangs such as those led by Al Capone in Chicago, along with rampant political corruption resulting from the various issues of making, moving and selling liquor. Marijuana was made illegal about 5 years after the repeal,
National Drug Use Survey show Pot and Heroin Increases
This year’s National Survey on Drug Use shows most illicit drug has declined – except marijuana and heroin. We discuss those trends and likely reasons, which includes medical marijuana initiatives and reactions to the crackdown on prescription opioid (Oxycontin, Vicodin) abuse.
Marijuana use legalized in Washington and Colorado
In a landmark election the states of Colorado and Washington have voted to legalize the recreational use of marijuana by adults. The laws also set up structures to regulate and tax the sale of pot. The next question is the response of the federal government, which has said it would not actively target the medical […]
Cannabinoid hyperemesis syndrome and Emotional Freedom techniques
Cannabinoid hyperemesis syndrome and Energy Focus Therapy … came up during the course of recent addiction conferences which Dr Inaba attended. Cannabinoid hyperemesis syndrome is characterized by recurrent nausea, and severe vomiting as well as abdominal pain. Energy Focus Therapy is finding some adherents in counselors and practitioners addressing chronic severe pain. We explore these and other issues.
Marijuana addiction, legalization, effect on intelligence
Oregon, Washington and Colorado have legalized and taxed marijuana on their ballot; other states are watching closely to see if this can be a viable revenue source… as well as reducing the costs of policing, prosecuting and incarcerating pot users … The new DSM will list marijuana as a fully addictive substance, and a recent study shows that adolescents who start heavy use of pot before the age of 18 having significantly reduced IQs by the time they are in their 30s.