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Medicinal Cannabis - ASD - Autism, ADHD, OCD and Tourettes

Medicinal Cannabis - ASD - Autism, ADHD, OCD and Tourettes

"Medicinal Cannabis for ASD – Autism, ADHD, OCD, and Tourette's" is a specialised course exploring the potential of cannabinoid-based therapies for neuropsychiatric conditions. Designed for medical professionals, this program delves into the evidence, treatment protocols, and ethical considerations of using THC and CBD to improve patient outcomes. With real-world case studies and practical dosing guidelines, participants will gain the expertise to safely and effectively incorporate medicinal cannabis into individualised care plans.

time-icon 4.0 hrs EA | 6.0 hrs RP | 0.0 hrs OM
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  • FLEXIBLE TIMING

  • 100% ONLINE

  • accredited Course

  • Expert instructor

This comprehensive course is divided into four key units, each offering a focused exploration of medicinal cannabis in managing Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), and Tourette's Syndrome.

Unit 1: Overview of Neuropsychiatric Disorders and the Endocannabinoid System
Begin with an in-depth review of ASD, ADHD, OCD, and Tourette’s, exploring their overlapping symptoms and shared pathophysiology, including dysregulation of the endocannabinoid system (ECS). Understand how cannabinoid therapies may influence brain connectivity, inflammation, and neurological functioning to alleviate symptoms.

Unit 2: Evidence and Studies
This unit reviews clinical and observational studies on the use of CBD and THC for neuropsychiatric conditions. Highlighting findings from key research, it provides insights into the efficacy of various cannabinoid formulations, their impact on behaviours, and the role of the entourage effect in optimising treatment outcomes.

Unit 3: Treatment Protocols
Explore practical approaches to prescribing cannabinoid medicines, including dosing strategies for paediatric and adult populations. This unit emphasises a stepwise titration approach with CBD-dominant formulations (20:1 CBD:THC ratio) and discusses when and how to incorporate THC for conditions like Tourette’s and severe OCD. Ethical and legal considerations, as well as supportive therapies such as dietary modifications, are also covered.

Unit 4: Case Studies and Summary
Learn from detailed case studies that showcase real-world applications of cannabinoid therapies. These examples illustrate the personalisation of treatment plans, balancing THC and CBD ratios, and addressing the unique needs of patients with complex, comorbid presentations. The unit concludes with a summary of best practices for integrating medicinal cannabis into multidisciplinary care.

This course equips healthcare professionals with the knowledge to assess, prescribe, and monitor medicinal cannabis therapies, enhancing the quality of life for patients and their families while adhering to ethical and clinical standards.

  1. Plan the safe use of medicinal cannabis for ASD, Autism and ADHD
  2. Plan the safe use of medicinal cannabis for OCD and Tourettes

This course is designed for GPs and is also suitable for all degree qualified medical professionals.

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CPD Hours:

  • Education hours:  4.0
  • Reviewing performance hours: 6.0
  • Measuring outcome hours:  0.0
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Accreditations:

Royal Australian College of General Practice (RACGP) #414217

Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (ACRRM) #30979

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Study Mode:

100% online

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Study duration:

10 hrs self-paced

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ABOUT THE PRESENTER

Dr John Teh

This course is presented by Dr John Teh MBBS.

John is the Medical Director of Plantmed Medical Cannabis Clinic, Australia. He has been working within the Medicinal Cannabis industry since the legalisation of cannabis for medicinal use in Australia in February 2016. Dr Teh is actively involved in Cannabis Medicine education, training medical practitioners and allied health professionals in all areas of cannabinoid therapeutics. He is a medical advisor to various cannabis producers and suppliers within Australia, and consulted the Thailand government prior to the introduction of their medicinal cannabis program in 2019. Dr Teh has vast experience treating a variety of patients with Medical Cannabis and integrates nutrition and plant based medicines which support cannabinoid treatment in his practice. His wealth of knowledge makes him sought after in all areas of cannabis medicine and education.