Examining Cannabinoids in the Epilepsy Treatment Spectrum
This session will discuss the use of cannabinoids in the treatment of epilepsy. Epilepsy is a heterogeneous illness with a complex neuropsychiatric symptom profile. Aspects of cannabinoids may lend themselves to treat the varied symptoms that may co-occur with seizure disorders. An overview of approaches for treatment with cannabinoids will be discussed.
Learning Objectives
- Review the overlaps of neurologic and psychiatric diagnostic and treatment approaches in epilepsy
- Discuss the role of the endocannabinoid system
- Identify potential treatment options for using cannabinoid-based products for epilepsy
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Jay Salpekar, MD, FANPA, FAES, DFAACAP
Associate Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences
Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine
Available Credit
- 1.00 AANP
- 1.00 ACCME (All Other)
- 1.00 ACCME (MD/DO Only)
- 1.00 ACPE Pharmacy
- 1.00 ANCC
- 1.00 APA