Considering Recreational Cannabis (References & Appendices)

Kate Kneisel, B.A. and Robert Kitcher, M.A., RP

These are the References and Appendices of a Quinte Counselling Services Inc., Employee Assistance Program, Winter 2018 Newsletter article available in hard copy and on the Qxplore Group website at: www.qxplore.com/winter-2018 . The Extended Version of the Newsletter article is at www.qxplore.com/cannabis-extended2

References

Public health guidelines aim to lower health risks of cannabis use. PUBLIC RELEASE: 22-JUN-2017
Cannabis Legalization Forum hosted by O’Brien Institute for Public Health and the Canadian College of Health Leaders. May, 2017. Fiona Clement, PhD, Presentation
Juliet Akhigbe RN, B.Sc.N., MPH, et al for the OPHA Cannabis Task Group 2016. “The Public Health Implications of the Legalization of Recreational Cannabis.”
Mehler Paperny A, Saminather N. Just months away, here’s how pot legalization is shaping up in Canada – National | Globalnews.ca
Cannabis Talk Kit.
Psynopsis, Canada’s Psychology Magazine. Cannabis Legalization. Fall 2017.
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Service Administration. Last Updated: 10/27/2015.
Study Parses Comorbidity of Cannabis Use and Social Anxiety | National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA). October 25, 2013.
Bourque J. Cannabis use and psychotic-like experiences trajectories during early adolescence: the coevolution and potential mediators. J Child Psychol Psychiatry. 2017 Dec;58(12):1360-1369.
Herie M, PhD, RSW et al. Addiction – An information guide. A guide for people with addiction and their families.
Health Canada Information for Health Care Professionals Cannabis (marihuana, marijuana) and the cannabinoids. Date of latest version: February 2013.
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Speaking with your doctor | MedicalMarijuana.ca Canada | Medical Marijuana
Course geared to Canadian health care providers and consumers, was developed by a “cross-professional” committee of Canadian medical professionals. The company offering it, Advancing Practice, is an established provider of accredited medical education.

APPENDICES

Considering Recreational Cannabis
Kate Kneisel, B.A. and Robert Kitcher, M.A., RP

Appendix A

“Highlighting a public health approach to cannabis legalization.”
Forum hosted by O’Brien Institute for Public Health and the Canadian College of Health Leaders. May, 2017.

Policy experts, patients, and leaders in substance use and public health to explore the impact of cannabis legalization in Alberta at Calgary public forum.

The report findings include evidence from systematic reviews on the potential harms of cannabis use, including motor vehicle crashes, accidental children poisonings, and exposures to second- and third-hand cannabis smoke. Public perceptions, and support for legalization, were also explored.

Highlighting a public health approach to cannabis legalization

“Cannabis in the Alberta Context: Survey results and systematic review findings”
Presentation of Dr. Fiona Clement

Appendix B

“The Public Health Implications of the Legalization of Recreational Cannabis.”

Report of Canada’s Task Force on Cannabis Legislation and Legalization, first assembled in June of 2016 to consult and provide advice on the design of a new legislative and regulatory framework for legal access to cannabis, consistent with the Federal Government’s commitment to “legalize, regulate, and restrict access.”

Appendix C

Psynopsis magazine, Fall 2017.
Special Issue: Cannabis Legalization.

“Legalization of Cannabis in Canada – A position paper of the Canadian Psychological Association”

One of several excellent articles on the topic of legalization, many focused on the impact on youth.

Appendix D

Health Canada Information for Health Care Professionals
Cannabis (marihuana, marijuana) and the cannabinoids.
Date of latest version: February 2013.

This document provides detailed evidence-based information on the endocannabinoid system, clinical pharmacology including tolerance, dependence and withdrawal symptoms, dosing, potential therapeutic uses, precautions, warnings, adverse effects, and overdose and toxicity.

Appendix E

The Umbrella Project of Algonquin College

Chance of rain — grab an umbrella! Chance of drug use (yes, this includes alcohol) — grab a harm reduction tip!
Harm reduction is an umbrella term for policies and practices focused on reducing the problematic effects of alcohol and other drug use.
Through compassion, objectivity and non-judgement we aim to reduce the harm and unwanted consequences associated with alcohol and other drug use.

Learn more about the Umbrella Project here!

The Umbrella Project provides training, workshops, education, awareness, and support services for students and staff.
Algonquin College has undertaken a two-year project funded by the Ministry of Advanced Education and Skills Development Mental Health Innovation Fund with the goal of providing resources, information, and support to help students reduce the harm of their alcohol, marijuana, and substance use, following a harm reduction approach.

http://www.algonquincollege.com/umbrellaproject/files/2017/03/The-AC-Umbrella-Project-Toolkit-web.pdf

Appendix F

Drug Free Kids Canada—Where families come for help
Parents – Concerned about your child’s exposure to cannabis? Now is the time to talk. Parents can be heard. Get tips on opening the dialogue.

Drug Free Kids Canada wants to educate, inspire and support parents to prevent substance abuse by youth. Our website, drugfreekidscanada.org provides families with the information parents need to understand the ever-changing drug landscape, along with evidence-based resources to help you deal with teen substance abuse.

Become a part of our Family Support Network and join our community of parents, caregivers and families helping one another with resources, mentorship and support.

Get the Cannabis Talk Kit at https://www.drugfreekidscanada.org/

“Marijuana is not a benign drug!”
“Pine River Institute works with adolescents with addictive behaviours. For many of the youth we work with, cannabis is their drug of choice. Most of these teens believed that marijuana was a benign substance, “just not a big deal” until they were too far down the road. Many of their parents didn’t fully understand that this drug represented any real danger for their child until it was too late. We know from our experience that early and frequent use of cannabis has a number of negative consequences for youth, specifically around their emotional maturity.ˮ

— Victoria L. Creighton, Psy.D., C.Psych., Clinical Director, Pine River Institute

https://www.drugfreekidscanada.org/drug-info/cannabis/

Appendix G

Centre for Addiction and Mental Health – Resources and support

CAMH. About Marijuana. 2006.

Centre for Addiction and Mental Health’s Information Centre at 1 800 463-6273
Kids Help Phone at 1 800 668-6868
Ontario Drug and Alcohol Registry of Treatment at 1 800 565-8603 or www.dart.on.ca.

Brochures and guides

Do You Know . . . Alcohol, Other Drugs and Driving: Information from CAMH for the general public about the effects of alcohol and other drugs on driving.
Purchase bulk copies of brochures
Download single copies of brochures

Addiction: An Information Guide (PDF only): This easy-to-read CAMH guide is for people with alcohol and other drug use problems and their families. It describes addiction treatment options, how people change and recovery and relapse prevention. It also includes sections on help for partners and families and explaining addiction to children.

Mutual aid and other treatment resources

The Sunshine Coast Health Centre maintains a comprehensive listing of government-funded and private alcohol and drug treatment programs and services located in Canada.

Appendix H

Primary Care Addiction Toolkit
Dealing with alcohol problems. Smoking cessation. Opioid misuse and addiction. Problem gambling. About the editors and contributors.

This practical reference is for health care providers who work in a primary care setting and who have patients with substance use problems. Based on current clinical evidence and the extensive clinical experience of the contributors and editors, the toolkit addresses common clinical issues, as well as providing useful clinical tools and resources for patients.

The Primary Care Addiction Toolkit includes five modules:

The toolkit modules are organized into topics that include:

screening
assessment
treatment and management

Each module also provides:

resources for health care providers, including downloadable tools and forms, and guidelines
information for patients, including brochures and handouts, self-help guides, tools and apps, and contact information.

Link: Primary Care Addiction Toolkit

Appendix I

National Institute for Cannabis Health and Education / NICHE Canada | click on RESOURCES Tab.

Links to papers on Health, Safety, Education, Legislation and Regulation (Federal, Provincial, and Municipal)