- Level Foundation
- Duration 14 hours
- Course by University of Colorado Boulder
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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.Modules
What is Chronic Pain?
3
Videos
- Introduction to Module
- Lecture - What is Chronic Pain?
- Interview with Beth Darnall
3
Readings
- Lecture PDF
- NAS Report
- Chronic Pain: In Depth
The Epidemiology of Chronic Pain
1
Videos
- Lecture - The Epidemiology of Chromic Pain
1
Readings
- Lecture PDF
The Etiology of Chronic Pain
1
Videos
- Lecture - The Etiology of Chronic Pain
1
Readings
- Lecture PDF
Current Treatments for Chronic Pain
1
Videos
- Lecture - Current Treatments for Chronic Pain
1
Readings
- Lecture PDF
Cannabis and Chronic Pain
1
Assignment
- Quiz #4
1
Videos
- Lecture - Cannabis and Chronic Pain
1
Readings
- Lecture PDF
What is Opioid Use Disorder?
2
Videos
- Introduction to Module
- Lecture - What is Opioid Use Disorder?
3
Readings
- Lecture PDF
- NAS Report
- What is the U.S. Opioid Epidemic?
The Epidemiology of OUD
1
Videos
- Lecture - Epidemiology of Opioid Use Disorder
2
Readings
- Lecture PDF
- Understanding the Epidemic
The Etiology of OUD
1
Videos
- Lecture - The Etiology of Opioid Use Disorder
2
Readings
- Lecture PDF
- Opioid Abuse
Current Treatments for OUD
1
Videos
- Lecture - Traditional Treatments for Opioid Use Disorder
2
Readings
- Lecture PDF
- Can CBD Treat Opioid Addiction?
Cannabis and OUD
1
Assignment
- Quiz #5
2
Videos
- Lecture - Cannabis and Opioid Use Disorder
- Interview with Ziva Cooper
1
Readings
- Lecture PDF
Definition and Epidemiology of Obesity and Type II Diabetes
2
Videos
- Introduction to Module
- Lecture - Definition and Epidemiology of Obesity and Type II Diabetes
2
Readings
- Lecture PDF
- Adult Obesity Causes & Consequences
Current Treatments for Obesity and Type II Diabetes
1
Videos
- Lecture - Current Treatments for Obesity and Type II Diabetes
1
Readings
- Lecture PDF
Cannabis, Obesity, and Type II Diabetes
1
Videos
- Lecture - Cannabis, Obesity, and Type II Diabetes
1
Readings
- Lecture PDF
Sleep and Sleep Disorders
1
Videos
- Lecture - Sleep and Sleep Disorders
2
Readings
- Lecture PDF
- What is Sleep? Why is it needed?
Etiology and Current Treatments for Sleep Disorders
1
Videos
- Lecture - Etiology and Current Treatments for Sleep Disorders
2
Readings
- Lecture PDF
- Insomnia
Cannabis and Sleep
1
Assignment
- Quiz #6
1
Peer Review
- Infographic Assignment #2
2
Videos
- Lecture - Cannabis and Sleep
- Interview with Russell Bowler
1
Readings
- Lecture PDF
Cancer Overview
3
Videos
- Introduction to Module
- Lecture - Cancer Overview
- Interview with David Camidge
1
Readings
- Lecture PDF
Can Cannabis Cause Cancer?
1
Videos
- Lecture - Can Cannabis Cause Cancer?
1
Readings
- Lecture PDF
Studies on Cannabis Use in Patients
1
Videos
- Lecture - Studies on Cannabis Use in Patients
2
Readings
- Lecture PDF
- Prospective analysis of safety and efficacy of medical cannabis in large unselected population of patients with cancer
Is Cannabis Effective in Treatment of Cancer Symptoms?
1
Assignment
- Quiz #7
1
Discussions
- Exercise #2
2
Videos
- Lecture - Is Cannabis Effective in Treatment of Cancer Symptoms?
- Interview with Donald Abrams
1
Readings
- Lecture PDF
Auto Summary
Explore the critical health effects of cannabis in managing chronic pain, opioid use disorder, obesity, sleep dysfunction, and cancer with this foundational course. Delve into the epidemiology, etiology, benefits, and harms of treatments, and learn to evaluate relevant literature. Ideal for public policy, health professionals, and individuals, this 840-minute Coursera course offers starter and professional subscription options and is taught by expert instructors in the Health & Fitness domain.

Kent Hutchison