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Cannabis Harm Reduction

🩺 Medicine First mentioned: Ep. 192

An approach to cannabis use that focuses on minimizing negative outcomes rather than demanding abstinence. Includes education about different consumption methods and their potencies, dosage awareness, and developing intentional relationships with the plant.

Dr. Amanda Ryman argues the cannabis industry tells consumers their products are tested and safe but never advises moderation - similar to the alcohol industry saying 'drink responsibly' without saying 'drink less.' Traditional substance abuse treatment programs completely miss the mark for cannabis because they treat it like hard drugs. The industry pushes products to market without thought about whether they are best for people to be consuming, paralleling how the pharmaceutical industry pushes dangerous opioids for profit.

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