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These Patient Advocacy Groups Are Working Together to Expand the Scope of Cannabis Research

Veriheal

Dedicated to “redefining what’s possible,” the 501(c)(3) organization has provided 1:1 support and resources to over 69,000 clients as they navigated plant-powered cannabinoid therapy. Cannabis Advocacy With a Digital Twist. RoC also works to increase patients’ access to medical cannabis by helping U.S.

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Study on MDMA for Traumatic Brain Injury Boosted By $1.5M Donation

SpeedWeed

million to assess the efficacy of Multidisciplinary Association for Psychedelic Studies (MAPS) MDMA-assisted therapy to treat traumatic brain injury (TBI). Wesana is a serious, thoughtful and ethical company engaged in the development of psychedelic-assisted therapy. Lately, MAPS research zeroed in on MDMA-assisted therapy for PTSD.

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MAPS: “California Psychedelic Decriminalization Bill Slated for 2023 Reintroduction”

Cannabis Law Report

SB 519 has served as a successful trial balloon for a state’s psychedelic drug policy, and we’ll take the lessons we’ve learned from this session as we look to gain more support for what was a popular and evidence-based piece of legislation. Policy and Advocacy Director, MAPS . Ismail Lourido Ali, J.D.

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MAPS – Position: State Government Affairs Lead – Remote

Cannabis Law Report

MAPS PBC is pioneering new forms of mental health care, beginning with the development of MDMA-assisted therapy as an FDA-approved treatment for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). MDMA-assisted therapy is a new paradigm in the treatment of mental health, combining a medicine with psychotherapy to address the root causes of PTSD.

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Press Release: Maya and National Psychedelics Association Announce Partnership to Support Psilocybin-Assisted Services in Oregon

Cannabis Law Report

According to a recent report released by the Psychedelic Science Funders Collaborative, “Oregon’s psilocybin therapy program provides a high-quality model for psychedelic healing in a non-prescription context that could be replicated in other states.” ABOUT THE NATIONAL PSYCHEDELICS ASSOCIATION.

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Epilepsy and MMJ: Exploring the Promising Treatment Benefits

MMJ Recs

Clinical trials and studies are underway to examine the potential benefits and risks of MMJ as a treatment option for epilepsy. Furthermore, navigating legal and regulatory aspects, as well as seeking support from advocacy groups, is essential for parents and caregivers considering MMJ for pediatric epilepsy.

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Weekly Legislative Roundup 1/18/19

NORML

House lawmakers introduced The Medical Cannabis Research Act of 2019 (HR 601), to facilitate federally-approved clinical trials involving cannabis. Legislation is pending, House Bill 37, to permit physicians to recommend cannabis therapy to those struggling with opioid abuse or dependence. AK resident? HI resident? CO resident?