High5 with Dr. Igor Grant, MD
High5 with Dr. Igor Grant, MD
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Welcome to High5 with Dr. Igor Grant, Distinguished Professor of Psychiatry and Director of the Center for Medicinal Cannabis Research at UC San Diego. Each month, we’ll take you on a fascinating journey into the evolving world of medicinal cannabis. From groundbreaking research to candid conversations with top scientists and clinicians across the globe. In each episode, Dr. Grant poses five thought-provoking questions to his guest, uncovering their personal journey and unique contributions to the field of medicinal cannabis.
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The podcast delves into various topics surrounding medicinal cannabis, including its impact on pain management, the role of neuroimaging in understanding substance use, and cardiovascular risks associated with cannabis use, with specific episodes discussing the Cannabis Act in Canada and its implications for the U.S. as well as the relationship between cannabis and driving impairment.
Welcome to High5 with Dr. Igor Grant, Distinguished Professor of Psychiatry and Director of the Center for Medicinal Cannabis Research (CMCR) at UC San Diego. Each month, we’ll take you on a fascinating journey into the evolving world of medicinal cannabis. From groundbreaking research to candid conversations with top scientists and clinicians across the globe. In each episode, Dr. Grant poses five thought-provoking questions to his guest, uncovering their personal journey and unique contributions to the field of medicinal cannabis.
In this episode, former NFL running back and Heisman Trophy winner Ricky Williams discusses his experiences with cannabis, social anxiety, and recovery during his football career. He describes how therapy and self-reflection while using cannabis helped him understand his anxiety, and how cannabis became part of a broader approach to recovery that included yoga, stretching, and meditation. He also reflects on the psychological burden of injuries when an athlete’s livelihood depends on physical performance. The conversation explores his experiences with the NFL’s drug-testing program, the shift he sees toward a wellness-focused approach to cannabis, and barriers to research involving athletes. Drawing on his forthcoming memoir, The Long Run, Williams discusses finding meaning beyond others’ expectations. A central message is his call for researchers to listen to people who use cannabis and approach their experiences with curiosity when developing research questions.
Chapters:
00:56 Introduction to Ricky Williams and Medicinal Cannabis
02:14 Ricky's Journey with Anxiety and Cannabis
04:15 The Role of Cannabis in Pain Management
06:49 NFL's Changing Perspective on Cannabis
09:29 The Impact of Injuries on Mental Health
12:09 Research and Understanding of Cannabis Use
14:56 Ricky's Upcoming Memoir and Life Lessons
17:16 Stigma and the Future of Cannabis Research
20:26 Stigma and the Future of Cannabis Research
20:26 Outro
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