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Parents' experiences using medical cannabis for their child
Jennie E Ryan1, Suzanne C Smeltzer2, Nancy C Sharts-Hopko2
1Center for the Study of Drugs, Alcohol, Smoking and Health, T32 (NR016914) Complexity: Innovations for Promoting Health and Safety, University of Michigan, School of Nursing, Ann Arbor, MI.
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|April 27, 2020
Summary
Parents are increasingly using medical cannabis for their children's seizures, often gaining expertise independently. Their experiences highlight benefits, challenges, and societal shifts surrounding cannabis as medicine.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric medicine
- Cannabis research
- Qualitative health research
Background:
- Parents in the U.S. frequently administer medical cannabis to children without professional guidance.
- Parental expertise in medical cannabis often surpasses that of healthcare professionals.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe the experiences of parents using medical cannabis for pediatric seizure management.
- Utilized a case-study design to explore parental perspectives on medical cannabis for children.
Main Methods:
- Qualitative content analysis was applied to identify patterns and themes.
- Data collection focused on parental experiences with medical cannabis for child seizure relief.
Main Results:
- Seven key themes emerged: discovery of cannabis, dosing guidance, cost-benefit analysis, distrust of pharmaceuticals, federal interference, spiritual beliefs, and evolving societal perceptions.
- Parents reported perceived benefits of medical cannabis, with costs and uncertainties not being significant barriers.
- Political and social factors significantly influence the normalization and stigmatization of cannabis.
Conclusions:
- Parental use of medical cannabis for pediatric seizures is a complex phenomenon influenced by various factors.
- Societal and political landscapes play a crucial role in the acceptance and utilization of cannabis as a therapeutic option.
- Further research is needed to understand the long-term effects and optimal use of medical cannabis in pediatric populations.
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