Determining Marijuana Use in the Age of Legalization

by G. Scott Graham

A Guide to Understanding THC Consumption, Potency, and Measurement

In an era where marijuana legalization is rapidly reshaping social norms, Determining Marijuana Use in the Age of Legalization is a must-read for health professionals, counselors, policymakers, and anyone seeking clarity in the murky waters of cannabis consumption.

Marijuana is no longer just a bag of unknown potency sold in the shadows—it’s now a regulated industry with dispensaries offering a wide variety of products, from edibles to vapes. But how do we measure marijuana consumption in a meaningful way? How do we determine what constitutes moderate, excessive, or problematic use when THC potency varies dramatically across different products? Unlike alcohol, where standardized measurements exist, marijuana lacks a universal framework for quantifying use.

This book provides a practical system to measure THC consumption, offering a science-based approach that helps:
Clinicians and counselors assess marijuana use levels in their clients with accuracy.
Public health professionals establish clear guidelines for responsible consumption.
Individuals and educators understand how different products impact the body.
Policymakers navigate the complex landscape of legalization with data-driven insights.

With real-world examples, easy-to-follow calculations, and a breakdown of industry myths and biases, Determining Marijuana Use in the Age of Legalization bridges the gap between legal cannabis and informed public health practices. If you're looking for a straightforward, no-nonsense guide to understanding modern marijuana use, this book is your essential resource.

127 pages, Kindle Edition

Published March 31, 2019

About the author

G. Scott Graham is an existential handyman — fixing what’s broken, realigning what’s off-kilter, and helping people rebuild their lives with meaning, purpose, and the occasional strip of duct tape. He’s also an author, career coach, business coach, and psychedelic support coach based in Boston, Massachusetts.

Scott is driven to help clients follow their “true azimuth” — a direction distinct from “true north.” It’s not about chasing some universal ideal. It’s about identifying what genuinely matters to you. It’s about recognizing the forces that pull your life off course and learning how to adjust so you still arrive where your heart wants to go. When you're 90 and looking back, your life should feel like it was truly yours — filled with pride, purpose, and meaning. No regrets.

When he’s not coaching people to be their very best, Scott runs a nonprofit farm animal rescue and lives what he teaches. He does Tough Mudders, teaches Sun 73 Tai Chi, paddleboards with his dogs Groot and Rocket, and camps in State Parks across New England whenever he can. His daily spiritual practice is grounded in anāpānasati, vipassanā, and mettā-bhāvanā meditation. A firm believer in service as the heart of a life well-lived, Scott also volunteers as an EMT instructor, firefighter, and Master Gardener in his community.

In his "free time," he writes books.

Number fifty-five on his bucket list is to write 100 books before he dies, so you will see a lot here in the coming years!

G. Scott Graham has a lot of interests so he is not pinned down to only a few types of books!

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