Hello everyone. Has anyone read about a case where a man became addicted to high strength cannabis after a single video consultation with a private clinic, spiralled into severe dependency, and later took his own life? His family argue that Curaleaf Clinic’s prescription practices and lack of monitoring played a major role in his decline, and they’re now calling for tighter regulation and better psychological support in these remote consultations. What do you think about private cannabis prescriptions and safeguards against addiction? Could more oversight or alternative approaches prevent tragedies like this?
Absolutely. Mental health screenings need to be much more rigorous. If someone has a predisposition to dependency or other issues, high-strength strains can add fuel to the fire. It is sad that it takes a tragedy like this to bring the lack of regulation into the spotlight.
It is a very tragic situation that highlights some serious gaps in current telehealth regulations. While remote consultations offer convenience, they should never compromise on thorough patient screening and consistent follow-up care. Strengthening the oversight on how these prescriptions are managed is definitely a step in the right direction to prevent similar cases.
