Physician-led nonprofit organization that provides education on the science of prevention to improve public health and to prevent addiction and mental illness.
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A tragic story of a mother being stabbed by her son who had cannabis-related psychosis. Many examples in this story of the family being excluded from treatment even though they could see their loved one's state worsening. @FARCANADA
lapresse.ca/actualites/chron… via @lp_lapresse
Physicians for Healthy Communities retweeted
Ban THC candy! Keep kids safe!
“Deputies responded to East St. John Preparatory Academy in LaPlace in reference to four juveniles being under the influence of THC edibles including one of the four being sent to a local hospital,” the sheriff’s office said. “The students’ ages are age 12, 11 and two 10-year-olds. ... The edibles were brought to school by an 11-year-old student, who also ate the drug while at school.”miamiherald.com/news/nation-…
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In our latest newsletter, we address the critical issue of marijuana's impact on special education students, who often face systemic neglect. Our spotlight article emphasizes the need for awareness and advocacy to protect these vulnerable individuals from the pervasive drug culture. Join us in empowering families with authentic stories and resources for recovery. Learn more about our mission and advocacy efforts.
Read our newsletter here: conta.cc/4irSo5I
#SpecialEducation #MarijuanaAwareness #Advocacy #MentalHealth #EveryBrainMatters
Physicians for Healthy Communities retweeted
GETTING CLOSE: The mom of 26 year old Danny Finnegan is in Seattle right now searching for her missing son.
He was just spotted a few days ago in the University District. There is a $10K cash reward. Let's bring Danny home.
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Waterford, NY on June 29, 2024
Teen driver crashed and killed Kiera Ebert, 14, and seriously injured her 16-year-old brother.
"An investigation found that Hatlee was impaired by marijuana at the time, police said."
(Pot was the only drug)
dailyvoice.com/new-york/ulst…
Physicians for Healthy Communities retweeted
Spejcher had suffered an episode of cannabis-induced psychosis. This was agreed in criminal court and she was convicted of involuntary manslaughter — lessened from murder — for which she received a non-custodial sentence in March.
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Physicians for Healthy Communities retweeted
A positive association between cardiovascular disease mortality and heavy lifetime cannabis use was observed among females. Longitudinal studies are needed in general populations to investigate the potential effects of cannabis on mortality.
jamanetwork.com/journals/jam…
Physicians for Healthy Communities retweeted
📢IASIC Speaker Series
The Intersection of High THC, Psychosis, Violence, and Suicide
Register now ➡️ education.iasic1.org/?utm_me…
#cannabis #violence #psychosis #suicide
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Teens that had undergone hair toxicology testing, 23% of participants who used CBD products had THC in their hair, suggesting that some parents may be unknowingly giving their kids CBD products that contain THC. medicalxpress.com/news/2024-…
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One puff is too much.
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Physicians for Healthy Communities retweeted
The expectations surrounding rescheduling are highly inflated.
1⃣ rescheduling still might not happen.
2⃣ rescheduling to a lower schedule under the CSA will not greatly improve the fortunes of the marijuana industry.
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Physicians for Healthy Communities retweeted
More evidence of Canada's "worst in the world" status regarding adolescent cannabis use
Prevalence of past month use highest of the 42 countries in new HBSC survey 2021/22, more than double the average
Why would any country contemplate copying Canada's cannabis policies?
[New to the library] A focus on adolescent substance use in Europe, central Asia and Canada. Health Behaviour in School-aged Children international report from the 2021/2022 survey drugsandalcohol.ie/40910/
Physicians for Healthy Communities retweeted
Parental substance use leading to child abuse and neglect leading to child mental health problems leading to psychiatry appointment to "fix it." Hey @Mad_In_America, if you really want to reduce medication use, maybe devote a little bit of energy on stopping this cycle early?
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Mixed findings on cannabis & PTSD
1⃣Treatment attendance was lower in COPE than other treatments, with no difference between those who used or did not use cannabis.
2⃣Participants with CUD had slower improvement in PTSD symptoms than those without CUD.
ptsd.va.gov/publications/ctu…
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90% of smokable hemp products are illegal.
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As more states legalize recreational cannabis products, there’s been greater consumer demand for more powerful marijuana.
@tvkatesnow talks to a mother whose son experienced psychotic episodes that she blames on marijuana.
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🗣️🥼 IASIC Speaker Series -- Register for free!
As more states make cannabis more readily available, two worlds collide with numerous drug interactions. This presentation will review their severity and impact.
Register here 👉education.iasic1.org
Physicians for Healthy Communities retweeted
Substance poisonings of our youth over time.
Q: What substance is poisoning our youth the most over time?
A: Marijuana, by far.
This is what legalization has done to our kids.
Can't wait for the "bad parent" comments or the pivot
jahonline.org/article/S1054-…
