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April Is Cannabis Awareness Month. We want you to know that today's cannabis is not like what is was in the past. Take some time this month to educate yourself on the dangers of Youth THC use. #mentionprevention #BITKCT `
April Is Cannabis Awareness Month. We want you to know that today's cannabis is not like what is was in the past. Take some time this month to educate yourself on the dangers of Youth THC use. #mentionprevention #BITKCT `
The medical history of cannabis and the FDA
The medical history of cannabis and the FDA
Using medical or recreational marijuana to ease symptoms of numerous mental health conditions doesn’t work, according to two new analyses of existing gold-standard research.
Using medical or recreational marijuana to ease symptoms of numerous mental health conditions doesn’t work, according to two new analyses of existing gold-standard research.
Part 5 on how I stopped smoking marijuana (video 5/6)
Part 5 on how I stopped smoking marijuana (video 5/6)
“Cannabis is not addictive.” This is one of the most common myths I hear from young people. In psychiatry, we recognize a condition called Cannabis Use Disorder — and it is very real. Many individuals start cannabis casually, often in social settings, thinking it is harmless. Over time, however, the brain begins to adapt to the substance, and what was once occasional use can turn into a pattern of dependence. You may not notice it in the beginning, but the signs are there: • You feel a strong urge or craving to use cannabis• You find it difficult to cut down or stop• You need more quantity to get the same effect• You feel irritable, anxious, or unable to sleep when you don’t use it• Your studies, work, or relationships start getting affected These are not just habits — these are clinical features of dependence. Cannabis affects the brain’s reward system, particularly dopamine pathways. With repeated use, the brain starts relying on cannabis to feel relaxed, motivated, or “normal.” Without it, individuals may feel low, restless, or mentally exhausted. Young people are especially vulnerable because the brain continues to develop until the mid-20s. Regular cannabis use during this period can affect: • Motivation and goal-directed behavior• Memory and concentration• Emotional regulation Many users also develop what is often described as low drive or lack of motivation, where they lose interest in studies, career goals, and personal growth. Another important point — dependence does not always look dramatic. A person may be functioning, social, and still dependent. If you feel that cannabis has become a “need” rather than a “choice,” it is important to reflect. Seeking help is not a weakness. It is awareness. Cannabis dependence is treatable, and with the right support, people can regain control over their lives. Your brain is one of your most valuable assets. Protect it. #doctor #psychiatrist #mentalhealth #cannabis #addiction
“Cannabis is not addictive.” This is one of the most common myths I hear from young people. In psychiatry, we recognize a condition called Cannabis Use Disorder — and it is very real. Many individuals start cannabis casually, often in social settings, thinking it is harmless. Over time, however, the brain begins to adapt to the substance, and what was once occasional use can turn into a pattern of dependence. You may not notice it in the beginning, but the signs are there: • You feel a strong urge or craving to use cannabis• You find it difficult to cut down or stop• You need more quantity to get the same effect• You feel irritable, anxious, or unable to sleep when you don’t use it• Your studies, work, or relationships start getting affected These are not just habits — these are clinical features of dependence. Cannabis affects the brain’s reward system, particularly dopamine pathways. With repeated use, the brain starts relying on cannabis to feel relaxed, motivated, or “normal.” Without it, individuals may feel low, restless, or mentally exhausted. Young people are especially vulnerable because the brain continues to develop until the mid-20s. Regular cannabis use during this period can affect: • Motivation and goal-directed behavior• Memory and concentration• Emotional regulation Many users also develop what is often described as low drive or lack of motivation, where they lose interest in studies, career goals, and personal growth. Another important point — dependence does not always look dramatic. A person may be functioning, social, and still dependent. If you feel that cannabis has become a “need” rather than a “choice,” it is important to reflect. Seeking help is not a weakness. It is awareness. Cannabis dependence is treatable, and with the right support, people can regain control over their lives. Your brain is one of your most valuable assets. Protect it. #doctor #psychiatrist #mentalhealth #cannabis #addiction
Using medical or recreational marijuana to ease symptoms of numerous mental health conditions doesn’t work, according to two new analyses of existing gold-standard research
Using medical or recreational marijuana to ease symptoms of numerous mental health conditions doesn’t work, according to two new analyses of existing gold-standard research
TCH is responsible for the damage cannabis does to your body. #saynotodrugs❗️ #viralreelsvideo❤️
TCH is responsible for the damage cannabis does to your body. #saynotodrugs❗️ #viralreelsvideo❤️
Research suggests that adolescence appears to be a more vulnerable period for cannabis exposure.
Research suggests that adolescence appears to be a more vulnerable period for cannabis exposure.
Your brain is still growing—don’t let marijuana stunt its potential. For more information and resources, visit generationlead.org #generationlead — Funding provided in whole or in part by the Illinois Department of Human Services.
Your brain is still growing—don’t let marijuana stunt its potential. For more information and resources, visit generationlead.org #generationlead — Funding provided in whole or in part by the Illinois Department of Human Services.
#cannabisawareness
#cannabisawareness
Throwing it back to my very first interview with Bobby Rodrigo. My cannabis journey started on LinkedIn. I had no idea where this journey would take me. I was simply trying to understand what had happened to my brain and why cannabis was helping when nothing else did. At the time, I started connecting with people in the cannabis space on LinkedIn, just trying to learn. I didn’t have a roadmap… just curiosity for cannabis and a story. Then one day, a post appeared in my feed from Sabrina Ramkellawan , a researcher looking for people with brain injuries who had experience using cannabis. The universe has a way of putting you where you need to be. Thank you to the researchers, patients, and advocates who believed these conversations mattered long before the world was ready to hear them. This clip is from my very first interview. It was raw, real, and the beginning of my cannabis journey. Also, a throwback to my first speaking event at The Brain Injury Association of the York Region. I had no idea where my journey would take me at the time! So grateful to still continuing to speak about the plant while sharing my story! Thank you, Sabrina Ramkellawan Ramkellawan, for helping create space for our stories and being a part of the beginning of my journey! Watch the full YouTube video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tge2XGliPv0&t=8s #BrainInjuryAwareness
Throwing it back to my very first interview with Bobby Rodrigo. My cannabis journey started on LinkedIn. I had no idea where this journey would take me. I was simply trying to understand what had happened to my brain and why cannabis was helping when nothing else did. At the time, I started connecting with people in the cannabis space on LinkedIn, just trying to learn. I didn’t have a roadmap… just curiosity for cannabis and a story. Then one day, a post appeared in my feed from Sabrina Ramkellawan , a researcher looking for people with brain injuries who had experience using cannabis. The universe has a way of putting you where you need to be. Thank you to the researchers, patients, and advocates who believed these conversations mattered long before the world was ready to hear them. This clip is from my very first interview. It was raw, real, and the beginning of my cannabis journey. Also, a throwback to my first speaking event at The Brain Injury Association of the York Region. I had no idea where my journey would take me at the time! So grateful to still continuing to speak about the plant while sharing my story! Thank you, Sabrina Ramkellawan Ramkellawan, for helping create space for our stories and being a part of the beginning of my journey! Watch the full YouTube video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tge2XGliPv0&t=8s #BrainInjuryAwareness
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