Marijuana - Effects and Treatment Text-based Home Course (3 CE) - Printed Version

This course provides a brief history of marijuana use, followed by a detailed discussion of the effects of use. The physical effects, neurological and psychological effects, short- and long-term effects, and consequences for young people's use are described. Also included is a discussion of the symptoms of Cannabis Use Disorder, Cannabis Intoxication and Cannabis Withdrawal, and some consideration of its role as a "gateway drug" and its use for medical purposes. Techniques for Assessment, treatment and the relationship of marijuana use to mood disorders details are described.

Author: Patricia Patton-Lehn, Ph.D.

Target Audience: Introductory and Intermediate; LMFTs, Social Workers, LPCCs, Nurses, Substance Abuse Counselors, and other mental health clinicians.

Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

1. Identify the physical and psychological symptoms of marijuana use.
2. Assess and diagnose Cannabis Use Disorder, Cannabis Intoxication, and Cannabis Withdrawal.
3. Identify treatment needs and construct a treatment plan for abuse.
4. Assess and diagnose co-occurring mental disorders.

This course satisfies the following California BBS Continuing Education requirements:

• 3 hours toward the 15 hours of Alcoholism and Other Chemical Substance Dependency required for California LEPs

This course satisfies the following California BBS Pre-licensure requirements:

• 3 hours toward the 15 hours of Alcoholism and Other Chemical Substance Dependency required for California LCSW candidates
• 3 hours toward the 15 hours of Alcoholism and Other Chemical Substance Dependency required for California LPCC candidates

Advantages of taking Gerry Grossman Seminars at-home CE courses:

• Online courses offer the post-test online for instant course completion.
• You can repeat the post-test if you don't pass.
• Online courses are available to you immediately after purchase.
• California LMFTs, LCSWs, LPCCs and LEPs can fulfill 100% of their CE hours online.

Additional Approvals:

• NAADAC: This course has been approved by NAADAC, the Association for Addiction Professionals. Gerry Grossman Seminars is a NAADAC Approved Education Provider, #240524.
• CCAPP: Gerry Grossman Seminars is approved by CCAPP, Provider Number 2N-08-123-0524.