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Legalization of Cannabis in Canada: Potential Impact in Health…
Legalization of Cannabis in Canada: Potential Impact in Health Professional Practice
Healthcare Practitioner: Speech-Language Pathologist
Educated in anatomy, physiology, genetics, human development
Evaluate, Diagnose, Treat Range of Delays & Disorders
Population Across the Lifespan
Older Adults
Children - Developing Brains
Special-Risk Populations
At Higher Risk for Cannabis-Related Health Problems
Predisposition to Substance Use Disorder
Family History of Substance Use Disorders
Pregnant Women
Clinical & Community Settings
Collaborative
Learn and Share Skills / Knowledge
Critical Thinking Skills
Cultural Competence & Humility
Access to Resources & Perspectives
Partner with Other Professions / Organizations
Interact with Parents, Physicians, Educators, Child Care Providers
Refer Individuals to Appropriate Professionals & Services
Promote Healthy Developmental Practices
Therapeutic Uses
Treat Disease
Alleviate Illness Symptoms
Controlled Studies & Research
THC
Cannabinoids
Asthma
Glaucoma
Appetite Stimulant
Antidepressant
Anticonvulsant
Antispasmodic
Risks & Concerns
Acute Effects
Psychomotor Performance
Coordination
Divided Attention
Operative Tasks
Motor Vehicle Accidents
Cognitive Development
Under 16 Years of Age
Associative Processes
Free Recall
Chronic Effects
Cognitive Functioning
Organization & Integration of Complex Information
Attention & Memory Processes
Dependency
Loss of Control
Oral Tract Injury
Trachea and Major Bronchi Injury
Airway Injury
Lung Inflammation
Impaired Pulmonary Defence Against Infection
Higher Prevalence of Symptoms of Bronchitis
During Pregnancy
Impairment in Fetal Development
Reduction in Birth Weight
Exacerbates Schizophrenia
Comorbidity
Recommendations
Age of Initial Use
Young Age (before 16) - increases risk for adverse health outcomes
Brain Development - not completed until mid-20s
Choice of Product
THC Potency
Acute Effects
Chronic Effects
Abstinence of Risky Behaviours
Adverse Health & Social Outcomes
Vary in Likelihood and Severity
User Characteristics
Use Patterns
Product Qualities
Frequency & Intensity of Use
Daily or Near-Daily
Increase Likelihood of Subsequent Health Problems
Changes in Brain Development / Functioning
Mental Health Problems
Drug Dependence
Emotional Outcomes
Suicidal Thoughts
Strongest / Most Consistent Predictor of Health Problems
Cannabis: Fast-Facts
THC, CBD
Canada among highest cannabis use rates worldwide
Pot, Weed, Marijuana, Mary Jane, Dope
Traditional or Powdered Leaves
Hashish
Drinks or Foods
Tinctures
Oils
Psychoactive Substance
Mind & Body Altering Effects
Onset, Intensity, Duration
Organ System
Addictive Potential
Adverse Consequences
Derived from hemp plants
Cannabis Sativa
Cannabis Indica
Consumption
Inhalation
Smoking
Vaporization
Ingestion - Edible Products