marijuana in schools . Parents should check Missouri ’ s specific laws regarding this issue .
Connecting with other families who are navigating similar challenges can provide emotional support and practical advice for parents , which is also very helpful , perhaps the most helpful , when navigating this difficult topic . Parents can look for local or online support groups for other parents of children using medical cannabis . These groups can be a valuable source of information and emotional support . As we have seen before , collective advocacy can be powerful .
Work with other families to advocate for policy changes , raise awareness , and reduce stigma around the use of medical cannabis for pediatric care . This collective advocacy can ( hopefully ) contribute to policy change . Long-term change often requires policy advocacy to improve access and reduce stigma . Parents can contact their local representatives to share their child ’ s story and advocate for changes in cannabis laws . Personal stories can be particularly powerful in influencing policy . Joining or otherwise supporting organizations that advocate for cannabis reform is also an option for parents , as these groups often have resources and networks that can amplify advocacy efforts .
Advocating for a child who requires medical cannabis treatment involves navigating legal , medical , and social challenges . Knowledge is power .
Advocating for a child who requires medical cannabis treatment involves navigating legal , medical , and social challenges . Knowledge is power , and being well-informed about medical cannabis can help you advocate more effectively . Keep up to date with the latest research , medical guidelines , and legislative changes regarding cannabis and children with qualifying conditions . Through education and advocacy , parents can help ensure their child receives the care they need and deserve . Remember , you are not alone — many families are on this journey , and together , your voices can make a significant impact !
Do you have a story about your child or family and medical cannabis ? Let me know ! Your experiences can help with future articles on this topic . Email me at Leah @ theweedblog . com .
A few helpful resources :
1 . Cannabis Care Team . April Hatch RN , MSN april @ cannabiscareteam . com
2 . Dr . Lisa Roark , certification in Lifestyle Medicine through the American Academy of Family Physicians . Owner of Cassville Dispensary . Visit , RoarkFamilyHealth . com
3 . Dr . Laura Voss , DO , ( DOC VOSS ) is a Board-Certified Family Medicine Physician and an Osteopathic Manipulative Therapy Specialist in Kansas City with over 25 years of medical experience . http :// docvoss . com .
4 . Attorney Dan Viets , J . D . Chair of the National Board of Directors of NORML ( Columbia , MO ) www . DanViets . com .
5 . See page 58 for a listing of doctors providing medical cannabis certifications .
Learn more about possession limits at https :// health . mo . gov / safety / cannabis / faqs-patient . php # limits .
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