This History of Medical Cannabis course is designed to have you think critically about past, present, and future research on the health effects of cannabis by developing a more nuanced understanding of the barriers to research as well as different approaches to research. You will learn about the history of cannabis cultivation, the legal history of cannabis or "marijuana", and the obstacles that led to the lack of science on its medicinal use. You will also learn how to critically evaluate research on the effects of cannabis and discuss the associated risks of using cannabis in the context of public health and epidemiological research. Finally, you will learn about how to administer cannabis products in ways that minimize risk and maximize any potential benefits. Obtaining this knowledge will be helpful in terms of informing public policy, public health, and personal decisions regarding the use of cannabis products.
This course is part of the Medical Cannabis: The Health Effects of THC and CBD Specialization
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Learn about the basic pharmacology of cannabis and how cannabinoids effect the body.
Learn about the history of cannabis cultivation and legality.
Learn about the barriers and approaches to cannabis research.
Learn about the epidemiological data on cannabis use in terms of cognition, education, and behavior.
Skills you will gain
- Legality of cannabis
- CBD and THC
- Public Health
- Pharmacology
- History of cannabis
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Syllabus - What you will learn from this course
Introduction to Course and to Cannabis
History of Cannabis
Barriers to Research and How to Evaluate Research
Risks Associated with Cannabis Use
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TOP REVIEWS FROM HISTORY OF MEDICAL CANNABIS
Very informative, helpful, fun, and engaging! Would recommend to anyone who is interested in medical cannabis.
Excellent! A pleasure to learn from Professor Hutchison. Looking forward to the next class.
Wow! I'm overwhelmed by how much information there was. This course has been ridiculously educational and I've learned so much.
Fantastic course. Offers introductory modules on cannabis for new enthusiasts, as well as providing in-depth knowledge into various sectors of the cannabis industry.
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