Real life Experience of Medical Cannabis Treatment in Autism : Analysis of Safety and Efficacy Lihi Bar-Lev Schleider, Raphael Mechoulam, Naama Saban, Gal Meiri & Victor Novack Scientific Reports, Nature.com, 2019, 9, 200, 1-7 Doi : 10.1038/s41598-018-37570-y There has been a dramatic increase in the number of children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) worldwide. Recently anecdotal evidence of possible therapeutic effects of cannabis products has emerged. The aim of this study is to characterize the epidemiology of ASD patients receiving medical cannabis treatment and to describe its safety and efficacy. We analysed the data prospectively collected as part of the treatment program of [...]
Lire la suiteLe Bus des femmes Prostituées. Histoire d'une mobilisation Anne Coppel, Lydia Braggiotti, Malika Amaouche Editions Anamosa, 2020, 152 pages N° ISBN : 979-10-95772-83-5 https://anamosa.fr/livre/le-bus-des-femmes/ En pleine épidémie de sida, des prostituées interpellent les pouvoirs publics sur leur santé et les conditions d’exercice de leur métier. Leur action, contemporaine de la création d’Act Up-Paris, conduira à la création du Bus des femmes en 1990. Un document historique rarissime qui témoigne de l’histoire des mobilisations citoyennes, un exemple unique de class action chez les prostituées. En 1990 à Paris, alors que l’épidémie de sida produit chaque jour plus de ravages, des prostituées se mobilisent et interpellent les pouvoirs publics. [...]
Lire la suiteCurrent state of evidence of cannabis utilization for treatment of autism spectrum disorders Rumi Agarwal, Shanna L. Burke and Marlaina Maddux BMC Psychiatry, 2019, 19, 328 Doi : 10.1186/s12888-019-2259-4 Abstract The core symptoms and co-morbidities associated with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) affect daily living and quality of life. Existing pharmacological interventions are only able to attenuate some related symptoms but are unable to address the underlying etiologies associated with ASD. Anecdotal evidence, which claims benefit from the use of cannabis to treat symptoms among this population, has been gaining popularity as families seek solutions. This paper analyzed recent peer-reviewed literature to identify the current state of [...]
Lire la suiteThe effect of cannabidiol (CBD) on low-frequency activity and functional connectivity in the brain of adults with and without autism spectrum disorder (ASD) Charlotte M. Pretzsch, Bogdan Voinescu, Maria A. Mendez, Robert Wichers, Laura Ajram, Glynis Ivin, Martin Heasman, Steven Williams, Declan GM Murphy, Eileen Daly and Gráinne M. McAlonan Journal of Psychopharmacology, 2019, Vol. 33, (9), 1141–1148 Doi : 10.1177/0269881119858306 Abstract Background : The potential benefits of cannabis and its major non-intoxicating component cannabidiol (CBD) are attracting attention, including as a potential treatment in neurodevelopmental disorders such as autism spectrum disorder (ASD). However, the neural action of CBD, and its relevance to ASD, remains [...]
Lire la suiteEffects of CBD-Enriched Cannabis sativa Extract on Autism Spectrum Disorder Symptoms : An Observational Study of 18 Participants Undergoing Compassionate Use Paulo Fleury-Teixeira, Fabio Viegas Caixeta, Leandro Cruz Ramires da Silva, Joaquim Pereira Brasil-Neto and Renato Malcher-Lopes Frontiers in Neurology, 2019, volume 10, Article 1146, 1-9. doi : 10.3389/fneur.2019.01145 Autism Spectrum Disorders comprise conditions that may affect cognitive development, motor skills, social interaction, communication, and behavior. This set of functional deficits often results in lack of independence for the diagnosed individuals, and severe distress for patients, families, and caregivers. There is a mounting body of evidence indicating the effectiveness of pure cannabidiol (CBD) and [...]
Lire la suiteOral Cannabidiol Use in Children With Autism Spectrum Disorder to Treat Related Symptoms and Co-morbidities Dana Barchel, Orit Stolar2, Tal De-Haan, Tomer Ziv-Baran, Naama Saban, Danny Or Fuchs, Gideon Koren and Matitiahu Berkovitch Frontiers in Pharmacology, 2019, volume 9, article 1521, 1-5 Doi : 10.3389/fphar.2018.01521 Objective : Children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) commonly exhibit comorbid symptoms such as aggression, hyperactivity and anxiety. Several studies are being conducted worldwide on cannabidiol use in ASD; however, these studies are still ongoing, and data on the effects of its use is very limited. In this study we aimed to report the experience of parents who administer, [...]
Lire la suiteNational Retail Sales of Alcohol and Cannabis During the COVID-19 Pandemic in Canada James MacKillop, PhD; Alysha Cooper, MSc; Jean Costello, PhD JAMA Network Open, 2021, 4, (11), e2133076, 1-4. Doi : 10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2021.33076 Introduction There is concern that the societal consequences of the COVID-19 pandemic will be associated with increased substance use.1 Data to date have primarily been self-reported changes, but objective sales data may inform this question. Here, we examined national retail sales of alcohol and cannabis prior to and during the pandemic in Canada. Methods : Where applicable, the report for this economic evaluation is consistent with the Consolidated Health Economic Evaluation Reporting Standards [...]
Lire la suiteLe Petit Livre du Cannabis Médical Nicolas Authier, Editions First, 2021, 149 pages Sommaire Petit livre Cannabis Médical - N Authier
Lire la suiteFaut-il légaliser le cannabis ? Renaud Colson, Henri Bergeron Editions First, "Pour les nuls", 2021, 120 pages. Avant-propos Un ouvrage indispensable pour un débat complexe Le débat sur la légalisation du cannabis prend aujourd’hui une ampleur que nous n’avions pas connue auparavant pour différentes raisons qui tiennent à l’importance des consommations, à une meilleure connaissance scientifique des effets du produit, et à un réexamen de la politique publique dans de nombreux pays. Dès lors, en France aussi, la question du statut légal du cannabis n’est plus taboue. L’Assemblée nationale a même créé une mission parlementaire sur ce sujet, ce qui aurait été impensable il y a [...]
Lire la suiteDrogues. Vers un nouveau monde Bertrand Leibovici (Lebeau) Editions L'Esprit Frappeur, 2021, 308 pages. Préface Professeur Amine Benyamina J’ai rencontré Bertrand Leibovici Lebeau il y a une vingtaine d’années. Je savais qu’il avait milité avec ardeur, dans les années 90, pour la réduction des risques liés à l’usage de drogues et pour les traitements de substitution opiacés. Et qu’il soutenait les usagers de drogues organisés dans des groupes d’autosupport. Mais j’ignorais alors qu’il voulait promouvoir les utilisations thérapeutiques du cannabis puis celles des psychédéliques. Lorsqu’il dit que les drogues illicites ont été, sont ou seront des médicaments, il ne se contente pas de l’affirmation mais veut [...]
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