Antoine B. Douaihy, MD

This presentation will review and debate the scientific evidences as well as the medical, ethical, and legal dilemmas pertaining to cannabis.

Objectives

  1. Discuss current understanding of cannabis and cannabis users.
  2. Describe the myths and facts about recreational and medicinal use of cannabis.
  3. Compare cannabis use as it relates to various medical and psychiatric cannabis.
  4. Describe the issues related to legalization and decriminalization of cannabis.
Target Audience: Clinical personnel, counselors, psychiatrists, psychologists, educators. Intermediate level. CE credits offered = 1.5 contact hours