Cannabis, Chronic Pain, and Related Disorders
$49
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What You'll Learn
- This Cannabis, Chronic Pain, and Related Disorders course is designed to have you think critically about the health effects of cannabis (i.e., marijuana) in the context of chronic pain, opioid use disorder, obesity, sleep dysfunction and cancer.
- We'll learn about the epidemiology and etiology of these conditions, the harms/benefits of current treatments, and learn how to evaluate the literature on cannabis for these conditions.
- We will discuss special considerations for using cannabis for these conditions, such as dose, timing, side effects, and drug interactions.
This Cannabis, Chronic Pain, and Related Disorders course is designed to have you think critically about the health effects of cannabis (i.e., marijuana) in the context of chronic pain, opioid use disorder, obesity, sleep dysfunction and cancer. We'll learn about the epidemiology and etiology of these conditions, the harms/benefits of current treatments, and learn how to evaluate the literature on cannabis for these conditions. We will discuss special considerations for using cannabis for these conditions, such as dose, timing, side effects, and drug interactions. Lastly, we'll discuss how it is being used in the context of palliative care. Obtaining this knowledge will be helpful in terms of informing public policy, public health, and personal decisions regarding the use of cannabis products.
Course FAQs
Is this an accredited online course?
Accreditation for 'Cannabis, Chronic Pain, and Related Disorders' is determined by the provider, University of Colorado Boulder. For online college courses or degree programs, we strongly recommend you verify the accreditation status directly on the provider's website to ensure it meets your requirements.
Can this course be used for continuing education credits?
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How do I enroll in this online school program?
To enroll, click the 'ENROLL NOW' button on this page. You will be taken to the official page for 'Cannabis, Chronic Pain, and Related Disorders' on the University of Colorado Boulder online class platform, where you can complete your registration.
