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The Impact of Cannabis Legalization on Chronic Pain Management (Benefits ,…
The Impact of Cannabis Legalization on Chronic Pain Management
Benefits
Pain Reduction
Improved pain levels for patients with neuropathic chronic pain
Better quality of sleep
Increased QoL
Reduce opioid use
Lower rates of opioid dependency and overdose
Reduce anxiety and psychological manifestations
Minimize opioid cravings
Potential Adverse Health Effects
Cognitive Impairment
Problems with psychomotor speed and memory
Adolescent use interferes with white matter development and synaptic pruning
Potential reduction in IQ for adolescents
Addiction and Dependence
Lower risk substance than alcohol and nicotine
Influenced by poor academic performance, peer pressure, and early use in adolescents
Mental Health Problems
May intensify mania symptoms in individuals with Bipolar Disorder
Increase likelihood of developing psychosis
Types of Cannabis
THC
Potential Benefits
Reducing Inflammation
Antiemetic
Insomia
CBD
Potential Benefits
Neuroprotective
Antipsychotic
Antiepileptic
Anti-inflammatory
Antiemetic
Educational Tools
Canadian Medical Association Ten Ways to Reduce Cannabis Health Risks
Canada's Lower Risk Cannabis Use Guidelines
https://earthecbd.com/revisiting-the-cbd-vs-thc-distinction/
https://www.hrreporter.com/archive/why-should-medical-cannabis-be-included-in-a-benefits-plan/298902
