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Cannabis and Psychedelics: Understanding Effects, Risks, Abuse, and Treatment in a Legal Age

Yaifeh Chafeh, MSN, RN, PMHNP
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Learning Objectives

Participants will be able to:

  • Differentiate short-tern and long-term physical and mental effects of cannabis and psychedelic use, based on scientific evidence.

  • Analyze how legal status intersects with risks of abuse, including cannabis use disorder (CUD) and other adverse outcomes.

  • Evaluate current treatment approaches and research on interventions for problematic cannabis and psychedelic experiences.

Educational Goal

This presentation explores what the latest evidence reveals about their short- and long-term physical and mental effects, including cognitive and cardiovascular impacts from cannabis and psychological sequelae related to psychedelics. We'll discuss how legalization can coicide with increases in use and disorder, challenging the assumption that legality equals safety, and consider the implications for public health, diagnosis, and treatment.

Description

Cannabis and psychdelics are at the forefront of public and scientific interest due to evolving legal landscapes, rising use, and emerging research. This presentation explores what the latest evidence reveals about their short- and long-term physical and mental effects, including cognitive and cardiovascular impacts from cannabis and psychological sequelae related to psychedelics. We'll discuss how legalization can coincide with increases in use and disorder, challenging the assumption that legality equals safety, and consider the implications for public health, diagnosis, and treatment. Finally, we'll review current treatment research, highlighting advances and ongoing challenges in addressing cannabis abuse and the therapeutic potential (and risks) of psychedelics.

Target Audience

  • Addiction Professional
  • Counselor
  • Marriage & Family Therapist
  • Nurse
  • Physician
  • Psychologist
  • Social Worker

Presenters

Yaifeh Chafeh, MSN, RN, PMHNP
Yaifeh Chafeh, MSN, RN, PMHNP, is a psychiatric nurse practitioner with four years of experience, specializing in the treatment of substance use disorders. She has been a nurse for 13 years and has a diverse clinical background that includes neuro ICU, interventional radiology, adolescent psychiatric nursing, stroke care, and home-based care. Her practice is grounded in a strong foundation in neuroscience and acute care, with an emphasis on evidence-based and standardized approaches to psychiatric assessment and treatment. She is particularly interested in patient-centered care for complex psychiatric and substance use presentations and remains committed to continuous learning and professional growth in an evolving field.

Financially Sponsored By

  • Foundations Recovery Network