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Taylor Hartin Leaves Oklahoma Medical Marijuana Authority to Join Cannabis Policy Firm VS Strategies (Consulting Arm Of Vincente Sederberg)

Cannabis Law Report

OKLAHOMA CITY — Taylor Hartin has left her role as one of Oklahoma’s top marijuana regulators to join VS Strategies, a leading cannabis policy and public affairs firm, as a senior associate.

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The Evolution of Medical Marijuana: From Stigma to Acceptance in Ohio

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This article explores the history of medical marijuana in Ohio, analyzes the changing attitudes and acceptance, and delves into the impact of stigma on its journey to legalization. Scientific research, patient testimonials, and a broader understanding of the plant’s medicinal properties have fundamentally altered public views.

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Researchers Concerned About Whitewashing of Psychedelic-Assisted Mental Health Research

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As psychedelic therapy trials approach FDA approval, researchers express the urgent need to ensure effectiveness and accessibility to communities of color. Madison Natarajan, MS. – August 5, 2021.

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How public health policy influences cannabis consumer identity

The Cannigma

In fact, its history as a dangerous, illicit narcotic is dwarfed by its history as a medicine. Laws restricting birth control, abortion, drug use, as well as requirements to receive welfare, drug treatment and even pain medication are developed in a paternalistic nature. This is indeed what we found.

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New Publication: Oxford Uni Press: The Oxford Handbook of Global Drug History

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Informed by new interdisciplinary perspectives, a growing number of academically trained historians are now approaching drugs as a wide-open topic for serious research. The use of drugs in human culture goes back millennia with as many unique histories as cultures in which drugs were used. Lessons from History?, Contributors.

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Arizona Senate Approves Bill That Could Legalize Therapeutic Psilocybin

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The board will work on projects like designing the training program for psychedelic facilitators, tracking psychedelic policy development, studying ongoing science related to psilocybin, and making recommendations to lawmakers regarding the bill. Arizona is making progressive steps forward when it comes to psychedelic research.

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Ohio State University: New academic center focuses on psychedelic drug research and education

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The Center for Psychedelic Drug Research and Education (CPDRE) was approved by the Ohio State College of Social Work faculty in January, and its director, Assistant Professor of Social Work Alan Davis , officially took the helm in March. Initial goals of the center are focused on research and educational initiatives.