Betsy Byler

All Things Substance

Betsy Byler

  • Legalization of Marijuana

Legalization of Marijuana

Monday 15th February 2021

Therapist Betsy Byler explores marijuana legalization's impact on mental health therapy in 'All Things Substance'. Learn about legalization, decriminalization, and more.
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All Things Substance
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Betsy Byler
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Marijuana Legalization: What Therapists Need to Know

What I'm hoping is that you were able to get information about marijuana without having to search for it yourself and dig through it, because who has time for that?
Marijuana legalization is a hot topic, but what does it mean for mental health professionals? In this episode of 'All Things Substance', licensed therapist Betsy Byler tackles the complexities surrounding the legalization and decriminalization of marijuana. She starts by unraveling the historical reasons behind the ban on marijuana and moves on to explain the nuances between legalization and decriminalization. But she doesn’t stop there.
Betsy dives into the implications these changes have for therapists, touching on critical issues like racial justice, market dynamics, and the potential for corruption within the industry. She also addresses practical concerns such as measuring marijuana intoxication, traffic safety, and preventing opiate overdoses. If you're a therapist or someone interested in the mental health perspective on marijuana legalization, this episode is packed with valuable insights.
As Betsy puts it, 'I hope this episode saves you the time of sifting through endless information by providing a comprehensive overview right here.' Tune in to get a clearer picture of how marijuana legalization could impact your practice and your clients.