# Managing Stress in College: What Students Are Turning to for Relief > **Author:** Benjamin Caplan, MD (ABFM Board Certified, MA Lic. #240562, NPI: 1962722637) > **Publisher:** CED Clinic (https://cedclinic.com) > **Canonical URL:** https://cedclinic.com/stress-management-preferences-college-students/ > **Published:** 2026-04-08T04:02:20-04:00 | **Last Modified / Clinically Audited:** 2026-09-28T10:27:46-04:00 > **Clinical Summary:** Explore stress management preferences college students use, including cannabis, to cope with anxiety and mental health challenges during college years. --- ✦ New CED Clinical Relevance  #70Notable Clinical Interest  Emerging findings or policy developments worth monitoring closely. ⚒ Cannabis News  |  CED Clinic Mental HealthAnxietyStudent Health[Cannabis Dependence](https://cedclinic.com/ptsd-cannabis-dependence-veterans-social-support/)Stress Management Why This Matters College-age patients represent a vulnerable population for both stress-related disorders and substance use patterns that can persist into adulthood. Understanding current stress management preferences in this demographic helps inform both preventive care and early intervention strategies. Clinical Summary Without access to the specific article content, college stress management typically involves both evidence-based approaches (exercise, counseling, sleep hygiene) and potentially problematic self-medication patterns. [Cannabis use](https://cedclinic.com/cannabis-cardiovascular-health-insights-2024/) among college students has increased significantly, often for anxiety and sleep issues, though long-term safety data in developing brains remains limited. The transition to adult healthcare independence during college years creates both opportunities and risks for establishing healthy coping mechanisms. Dr. Caplan’s Take “I see too many young adults who started using cannabis for college stress and struggle to develop other coping skills. The key question isn’t whether cannabis might help acutely — it’s whether we’re teaching sustainable stress management for the decades ahead.” Clinical Perspective 🧠 Clinicians should proactively discuss stress management with college-age patients, exploring both their current strategies and long-term skill development. For those using cannabis, assess frequency, dependence patterns, and whether it’s replacing rather than complementing other evidence-based approaches. Early intervention during college years can prevent problematic patterns from becoming entrenched. 💬 Join the Conversation Have a question about how this applies to your situation? [Ask Dr. Caplan →](https://benjamincaplan.com/ask-dr-caplan) Want to discuss this topic with other patients and caregivers? [Join the forum discussion →](https://cedclinic.com/interact/discussion-forums/forum/cannabis-industry/) Have thoughts on this? 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This article has been assigned CED Clinical Relevance #70, indicating “Notable Clinical Interest.” This rating suggests the content contains emerging findings or policy developments that healthcare professionals should monitor closely. #### What mental health conditions are discussed in this article? The article focuses primarily on anxiety and broader mental health concerns. It also addresses [cannabis dependence](https://cedclinic.com/ptsd-cannabis-dependence-veterans-social-support/) as a related mental health consideration. #### Does this article relate to student populations? Yes, this article includes information relevant to student health. This suggests the content may discuss [cannabis use](https://cedclinic.com/cannabis-cardiovascular-health-insights-2024/) patterns, mental health impacts, or treatment considerations specifically within academic or young adult populations. #### Is this article about medical cannabis or recreational use? Based on the clinical relevance rating and mental health focus, this appears to cover cannabis in a medical or therapeutic context. The emphasis on [anxiety treatment](https://cedclinic.com/benzodiazepine-discontinuation-rates-medical-cannabis/) and clinical monitoring suggests medical applications rather than purely recreational use. #### What type of healthcare professionals would find this most relevant? This would be most relevant to mental health professionals, primary care physicians, and student health services providers. Anyone treating [anxiety disorders](https://cedclinic.com/adolescent-cannabis-use-and-anxiety-research/) or working with populations at risk for cannabis dependence would benefit from this information. [https://cedclinic.com/contact/](https://cedclinic.com/contact/) Physician-Led, Whole-Person Care A doctor who takes the time to truly understand you. Personal care that starts with listening and is guided by experience and ingenuity. 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[Explore Research](https://cedclinic.com/cannabis-use-disorder-young-adults-concerns/) ### Related --- ### Verification & Medical Governance - **Lead Clinical Author:** Benjamin Caplan, MD - **Credentials:** Board Certified in Family Medicine (ABFM), Former CMO Canna Care Docs (250,000+ patients supervised), Founder & CMO CED Clinic & CED Foundation, Author of *The Doctor-Approved Cannabis Handbook* (Penguin Random House). - **Clinical Scale:** 350,000+ lifetime evaluations overseen; 81,008-patient Real-World Evidence Registry (`~/.ced_rwe_vault.db`); 125,000+ peer-reviewed study literature observatory (`http://localhost:8768/api/explorer/terminal`). - **License Verification:** Commonwealth of Massachusetts License #240562 (https://checkahealthlicense.mass.gov/). - **NPI Registry:** 1962722637 (https://npiregistry.cms.hhs.gov/provider-view/1962722637). - **Ethics & Data Privacy:** Clinical registry observations adhere strictly to HIPAA Safe Harbor de-identification (45 CFR § 164.514(b)) and criteria for secondary research exemption under 45 CFR § 46.104(d)(4).