Publications by authors named "L G Balneaves"
Article Synopsis
- Canada legalized non-medical cannabis in 2018, and a study surveyed 1,759 youth (ages 12-25) to assess their knowledge and perceptions of cannabis since then.
- Most participants received education on the harms of cannabis, focusing on topics like driving, mental health issues, and addiction; users displayed greater knowledge about its effects compared to non-users.
- Vaping was seen as the most harmful method, with benefits noted by users including relaxation and better sleep, but concerningly, half had been in a car with a high driver, indicating a need for improved cannabis education.
Background: Following the legalization of cannabis in Canada in 2018, people aged 65 + years reported a significant increase in cannabis consumption. Despite limited research with older adults regarding the therapeutic benefits of cannabis, there is increasing interest and use among this population, particularly for those who have chronic illnesses or are at end of life. Long-term Care (LTC) facilities are required to reflect on their care and policies related to the use of cannabis, and how to address residents' cannabis use within what they consider to be their home.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: There has been a precipitous decline in authorizations for medical cannabis since non-medical cannabis was legalized in Canada in 2018. This study examines the demographic and health- and medical cannabis-related factors associated with authorization as well as the differences in medical cannabis use, side effects, and sources of medical cannabis and information by authorization status.
Methods: Individuals who were taking cannabis for therapeutic purposes completed an online survey in early 2022.