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Understanding Older Adults' Experiences with Cannabis for Medicinal Purposes: A Mixed Methods Study
Sherry Dahlke1, Jeffrey I Butler1, Madeline Toubiana2
1Faculty of Nursing, University of Alberta, EdmontonT6G 1C9, AB, Canada.
Canadian Journal on Aging = La Revue Canadienne Du Vieillissement
|December 2, 2024
Summary
Older adults often seek medical cannabis information from retailers due to healthcare provider reluctance or stigma. Education for healthcare professionals on medicinal cannabis is recommended for better patient support.
Area of Science:
- Gerontology
- Pharmacology
- Sociology
Background:
- Older adults are increasingly using medicinal cannabis.
- Accessing reliable information and navigating healthcare systems can be challenging for this demographic.
- Stigma surrounding cannabis use can impact older adults' experiences.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore older Canadians' experiences accessing medicinal cannabis and related information.
- To understand the influence of stigma on these experiences.
- To gather perspectives from both older consumers and their advisors.
Main Methods:
- A concurrent triangulation mixed methods design was employed.
- Qualitative data were collected through semi-structured interviews with older adults and advisors.
- Quantitative data were gathered via a survey distributed to older adults.
Main Results:
- Many older adults obtain cannabis information from retailers.
- Reasons include reluctance to consult healthcare professionals or negative past experiences.
- Stigma and reticence hinder open communication with healthcare providers.
Conclusions:
- Healthcare professionals require specific education on medicinal cannabis for older adults.
- Future research should further investigate older adults' perspectives on medicinal cannabis.
- Addressing stigma is crucial for improving access and support for older medicinal cannabis users.
Keywords:
cannabishealthcare professionalsmedical cannibisolder peoplepersonnes âgéesprofessionnels de la santépréjugésstigmaMore Related Videos
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