Cannabis and Sleep: A Proposed Vicious Cycle That Urgently Needs Testing
The bidirectional cannabis sleep model proposes that sleep problems lead to cannabis self-medication, which may worsen sleep quality over time. This cycle can increase cannabis tolerance and escalate use, raising the risk of cannabis use disorder.…
Nationwide Outcomes of Cardiac Surgery in Patients with Cannabis Use Disorder
This study evaluates cannabis use disorder cardiac surgery outcomes using a nationwide database. Findings show no increased in-hospital morbidity or mortality linked to cannabis use disorder. The research highlights the importance of assessing…
Stellate Ganglion Block for Cannabis Use Disorder: Case Series Insights
This case series explores stellate ganglion block cannabis use disorder as a novel procedural intervention. It highlights the potential of sympathetic nervous system modulation in managing cannabis dependence. The findings represent early-stage research…
Is cannabis legalization associated with treatment completion? A study of pregnant women admitted for cannabis use in substance use treatment facilities, 2020-2022.
Pregnant women cannabis treatment completion is a critical measure in understanding recovery success amid evolving legalization. This study analyzes treatment completion rates for pregnant women admitted for cannabis use disorder from 2020 to 2022.…
Cannabis Use Disorder and Pancreatic Cancer Risk in Chronic Pancreatitis Patients
Cannabis use disorder research update reveals no significant increase in pancreatic cancer risk among chronic pancreatitis patients. This large multicenter retrospective cohort study provides important insights for clinicians. Understanding cannabis…
Cannabis use, cognitive function and dementia risk in older adults: observational and genetic analyses.
This study examines cannabis use disorder dementia risk and cognitive function in older adults. Observational and genetic analyses reveal no significant increase in dementia risk. These findings provide important insights for clinicians and patients…
Racial Diversity in Cannabis Use Disorder Research: A Systematic Review
Racial diversity cannabis use disorder research reveals significant underrepresentation of people of color in clinical trials. This gap impacts the development of culturally adapted treatments for cannabis use disorder. Addressing these disparities is…
Brief Online Mindfulness Program Did Not Reduce Cannabis Use in Small Randomised Trial
A brief online mindfulness program cannabis use disorder trial found no significant benefit in reducing cannabis use. The study involved 66 adults and showed no effect on cannabis frequency or cravings. These null findings highlight the need for more…
Brief Online Mindfulness Training Does Not Reduce Cannabis Use in Adults with Cannabis Use Disorder
A brief online mindfulness program was tested for its effect on cannabis use disorder. The study found no significant reduction in cannabis use frequency or craving. These findings highlight the challenges of brief digital mindfulness interventions for…
Effectiveness and Clinical Predictors of Virtual Group Therapy for Cannabis Use Disorder
Virtual group therapy cannabis use disorder treatment shows promise in reducing cannabis use and cravings. This combined CBT and motivational enhancement therapy improves clinical outcomes. The study highlights key clinical predictors for treatment…
