Author: Dorron Blumberg

Autism and the Endocannabinoid System – Part 1

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a developmental disability that can cause significant social, communication and behavioral challenges. The learning, thinking, and problem-solving abilities of people with ASD can range from gifted to severely challenged. A diagnosis of ASD now includes several conditions that used to be diagnosed separately: autistic disorder, pervasive developmental disorder not otherwise specified (PDD-NOS), and Asperger syndrome. 

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Cannabis in Hospice and Palliative Care

Herodotus, an ancient Greek Historian, wrote about using cannabis as a “grieving ritual” in preparation for purification preceding the funeral of a loved one. As described in ancient texts, cannabis was a botanical “medicine”, used to help individuals move past traumatic experiences and suffering, when a beloved member of the Community died. 

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