What we know about marijuana and anesthesia along with a new monthly meditation.

NEWSLETTER

Resources to Help You Help Your Loved One

Stay informed on the latest topics this community has shown interest in. Resources included here:

- FAQ: Marijuana before surgery?
- Meditation focused on self-love.

FAQ: Why can’t I use marijuana before surgery?

While we’re still learning about the effects of how these two interact, it’s best to consult with your anesthesiologist and abstain from use before surgery.

Here’s what we do know about using marijuana before surgery:

You may need more anesthesia to fall and stay asleep. A study ([link removed] ) found that people who used marijuana in any form before surgery needed 50% more anesthesia during their procedure.

You may experience more pain. The ASA ([link removed] ) found that patients who use marijuana before surgery may experience more pain while in recovery than others.

Marijuana use before surgery can increase the risk of complications. It can cause low blood pressure and an increased heart rate, which is dangerous during surgery.

Read Our Full Article
([link removed] )

Learn more about marijuana basics, risks of use, and protecting youth from its harm by visiting our marijuana resource center ([link removed] ) .

Self-Love Meditation

Take a few minutes out of your day for your mental health with this month’s Meditation on developing self-love and kindness. Being kind to ourselves allows us to have compassion for others.

This Meditation is lead by Holly O’Dea, one of our Online Support Community facilitators and Mayo Clinic Certified Wellness Coach.

Watch Meditation
([link removed] )

Share this video with your social network:

Facebook ([link removed] )

LinkedIn ([link removed] )

X ([link removed] )

PTEA_Logo_WT ([link removed] )

Prevention & Early Action ([link removed] )

Treatment & Recovery ([link removed] )

About Us ([link removed] )

DONATE
([link removed] )

Get Support Now. ([link removed] )

Our help is free, confidential and safe.

Text JOIN to 55753 ([link removed] )

Get Involved ([link removed] )

Facebook ([link removed] )

X ([link removed] )

Instagram ([link removed] )

LinkedIn ([link removed] )

YouTube ([link removed] )

Partnership to End Addiction, 711 Third Ave., 5th Floor, Suite 500, New York, NY 10017

Unsubscribe ([link removed] )
Manage preferences ([link removed] )