Introducing Bud Talks
Bud Talks is an exciting new initiative by the Michael G. DeGroote Centre for Medicinal Cannabis Research at McMaster University and St. Joseph’s Healthcare Hamilton. Our mission is to make understanding cannabis easy, approachable, and backed by science.
Led by Dr. Iris Balodis of McMaster University and Deirdre Querney from the City of Hamilton’s Alcohol, Drug & Gambling Services, Bud Talks combines the expertise of researchers, clinicians, a learning design specialist, and a team of talented animators. Together, we’re breaking down the latest in cannabis research and delivering it in a way that’s informative, engaging, and accessible for everyone.
We encourage you to explore and download some of our latest content below.
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Cannabis Use In Older Adults Access the Bud Talks Cannabis Use In Older Adults Handout
Older adults are the fastest growing age group of cannabis users.
Find out more about:
- The risks associated with cannabis use
- Cannabis drug interactions
- CBD
- Medical conditions and cannabis
Cannabis Use Disorder Access the Bud Talks Cannabis Use Disorder Handout
Many people believe that cannabis can’t be harmful or addictive. But overusing cannabis can cause many problems, including cannabis use disorder (CUD).
Find out more about:
- How the brain is affected by cannabis use
- Cannabis’ effects on the body
- Greening out’ and cannabis hyperemesis syndrome
- Why cannabis urges happen
- The symptoms of CUD
- Stopping cannabis