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Cannabis and Alzheimer’s: Exploring New Potential Treatments for Agitation
Date: Wednesday, July 9, 2025, 12–1 PM EST
Register: https://alz.to/calendar/cannabis-and-alzheimers-exploring-new-potential-treatments-for-agitation/
This webinar will review how substances from the cannabis plant might help manage agitation and other responsive behaviours in people living with Alzheimer’s disease. Researchers are studying cannabinoids as a possible safer alternative to current medications, but more research is needed. The session will also highlight a new study testing cannabidiol (CBD) for reducing agitation in Alzheimer’s disease.
About the Presenter:
Dr. Lanctôt is a senior scientist and director of the Geriatric Psychopharmacology Research Group at Sunnybrook Research Institute. She holds the Bernick Chair in Geriatric Psychopharmacology at Sunnybrook and the University of Toronto. She is also research co-director of Psychiatry at Sunnybrook and a professor at U of T.
This webinar is open to everyone, but the target is people living with dementia and their care partners. The webinar is presented in plain language. Please contact me if you have any questions.
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