Amanda Reiman, PhD

Cannabis Science & Public Health Researcher; Founder of Personal Plants; Former Chief Knowledge Officer at New Frontier Data

Tacoma, WA, USA
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Addiction & Recovery, Chemistry, Disruptive Thinking, Government, Health & Wellness, Influential Women, Medicine, Mental Health, Mindfulness, Research & Exploration, Stress Management, Thought Leadership, Women
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Amanda Reiman, PhD Biography

Dr. Amanda Reiman is a social worker and public health researcher specializing in cannabis science and policy. Reiman earned a doctorate in social welfare from the University of California, Berkeley, where she conducted pioneering research on medical cannabis patients and the use of cannabis as a substitute for alcohol and other drugs. Her work established the foundation for the study of cannabis as a substitute for other substances, and she has presented research on cannabis dispensaries and substitution for opiates internationally.

Reiman served as a professor at the University of California, Berkeley, teaching courses in substance abuse treatment, drug policy, sexuality and social work, and research methods. Following her academic tenure, she became director of research and patient services at Berkeley Patients Group and managed marijuana law and policy for the Drug Policy Alliance, contributing to legalization initiatives nationally and internationally. Reiman was the first chairwoman of the Berkeley Medical Cannabis Commission and served on the Oakland Cannabis Regulatory Commission, providing expertise in cannabis policy at local, national, and international levels.

Reiman has also held the position of chief knowledge officer at New Frontier Data, a data and insights company focused on the legal cannabis industry. There, she led research efforts involving more than 4,000 consumers across illicit, medical, and adult-use cannabis markets. She is the founder of "Personal Plants," a platform promoting mindful cannabis consumption and providing evidence-informed content for consumers, regulators, and media.

Reiman has published research articles and book chapters on cannabis as a substitute for opiates and the social history of the cannabis movement. Her writing has appeared in The Huffington Post, New York Times, Washington Post, Rolling Stone, and Playboy, as well as in peer-reviewed academic journals and textbooks. Reiman is recognized for her expertise in the relationship between cannabis, public health, and society, and has delivered keynote addresses at conferences in cannabis and public health. She serves on the boards of Mendocino Cannabis Alliance, Cannabis Doing Good, California Cannabis Tourism Association, and The Initiative, an incubator and accelerator for women-owned cannabis businesses.

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Amanda Reiman, PhD Speaking Topics

  • Mindful Consumption: Awareness Without Judgment

    As humans, we struggle with moderation. Whether it’s food, social media or exercise, we are often driven by the desire to feel good, and the fear of how we will feel when we stop. This can plunge us into a pride-shame cycle where we tie these behaviors to our own worth. For example, if I choose oatmeal for breakfast I am 'good'; if I choose hash browns, I am 'bad'. Rather than assign value to these choices, I encourage mindful consumption. This means awareness without judgment.

    Awareness around our habits can help us keep behaviors in check, without the pressure of a reward-punishment dichotomy. I argue that reward-punishment does not work, because we often reward ourselves with more of the behavior we are trying to curb and punish ourselves in the same way. For example: I only spent 10 min on Facebook this morning, so I am going to allow myself to binge it later on tonight. Or, I spent so much time on Facebook this morning that I feel bad about myself and will self soothe with more social media time.

    Breaking out of this cycle and instead using mindfulness and awareness, is a way to curb unhealthy habits and become more of the person we want to be. I use this model to talk about the mindful consumption of substances like cannabis and alcohol and provide tools for recognizing and changing unhealthy habits without placing judgment on yourself, increasing the chance for meaningful change.

  • How to Use Cannabis: A beginners guide

    As access to legal cannabis continues to grow, many people who have never consumed, or whose consumption was decades ago, are considering cannabis as an alternative to alcohol and prescription medications. The regulated industry has introduced a wide variety of product options and, especially for newer consumers, this can be overwhelming. There is a scene in the movie Moscow on the Hudson with Robin Williams where, after living in Communist Russia, he comes to the US and visits a grocery store. He is emotional and overwhelmed by the varieties of coffee he can choose from. This is similar to the experience that many people have visiting a dispensary for the first time.

    In this talk, I review what consumers need to know to maximize the benefits and reduce the harms associated with cannabis use. Coming from a place of science rather than propaganda or marketing, I review the chemistry of the plant, the ways to consume and their associated risks and benefits, and the research available on the medical uses of the plant. This talk is delivered in a fun and easy to understand format, and is full of actionable insights for those looking to incorporate cannabis into their lives.

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Law, Policy & Science Contradiction or Complement? Keynote by Dr. Reiman

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Amanda Reiman, PhD is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Mindful Consumption: Awareness Without Judgment, How to Use Cannabis: A beginners guide and Critical Race Theory and the War on Drugs. The estimated speaking fee range to book Amanda Reiman, PhD for your event is $10,000 - $20,000. Amanda Reiman, PhD generally travels from Tacoma, WA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Missy Chase Lapine, Katie Andrews, MS, RDN, CDN, Stacey Hines, Courtney Thomas and Patrice Ford Lyn. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Amanda Reiman, PhD for an upcoming live or virtual event.

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