Listen in to the “Beyond Driving with Dignity” podcast as Dr. Andrew Whitman and Dr. Cory Perry, both of the University of Virginia Health System, explain the increasing use of cannabis in older drivers, and how its use can impact an individual’s safe driving abilities.
Show notes for “The Increasing Use of Cannabis in Older Drivers“
00:00 Welcome to the “Beyond Driving with Dignity” podcast show!
01:12 Today’s topic: The increasing use of cannabis in older drivers
01:28 Introducing today’s guests, Dr. Andrew Whitman and Dr. Cory Perry of the UVA Health System
03:07 Dr. Whitman explains why this is becoming a very hot topic
05:06 Dr. Perry explains the terminology surrounding marijuana and cannabis
07:15 Possible side effects from consuming cannabis
08:07 Adults over the age of 65 using marijuana has increased 15% over the past year
09:25 How cannabis may impact older driver safety
11:40 The most common way that cannabis is consumed
12:50 How to test for levels of influence in cannabis users
18:36 The most potent way that cannabis is consumed
19:20 How long does cannabis remain in your system?
19:47 The importance of education on this topic
21:50 The theory of risk compensation needs to be debunked
23:19 Some practical tips for our listeners
24:18 Never drive under the influence of any substance!
25:09 Thank you to Dr. Andy Whitman and Dr. Cory Perry for educating us today
25:58 Show conclusion
26:14 Thank You to Chris MacLellan and everyone at The Whole Care Network
26:44 Closing comments
Links of interest related to today’s show:
University of Virginia Health System
The “Project CBD” website (Medical Marijuana & Cannabinoid Science)
CDC Article: “What You Need to Know About Marijuana Use and Driving”
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Matt Gurwell is the developer of the nationally-recognized “Beyond Driving with Dignity” program. He currently lectures throughout the United States on topics related to the aging process and its adverse affects on driving skills. As developer of this life-saving program, Matt’s mission is to provide strategies and guidance to seniors that will help them to continue driving safely until the decision is made to retire from their driving career. The “Beyond Driving with Dignity” program also provides an excellent array of services and resources for both families and professionals as they deal with this very sensitive issue. Matt retired from a very distinguished and successful 24-year career as an Assistant District Commander with the Ohio State Highway Patrol. After leaving the Patrol, Matt has participated in a tremendous amount of work in the area of older driver research, best practices, current vehicle safety technologies, and adaptive equipment. Matt's creative, innovative and common sense approach, combined with his uncanny ability to bring calm and resolve to stressful situations without ever jeopardizing the dignity of others, has contributed greatly to the success of the “Beyond Driving with Dignity” program. When asked what the ultimate motivation was for starting the program, Matt explains: "There was never one particular event. It was the result of 20-plus years of holding dying people in my arms at terrible car accidents, and delivering dozens and dozens of death notifications to families. I would much rather work with families to bring a peaceful resolve to this sensitive and uncomfortable issue now, rather than have them deal with it when a State Trooper is knocking on their front door". Matt serves as Senior Care Authority’s Program Director for the “Beyond Driving with Dignity” program. Senior Care Authority (https://www.seniorcareauthority.com) is now the nation’s exclusive provider of the “Beyond Driving with Dignity” program.
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