Cannabis Use Disorder Strongly Linked to Major Depression, New Review Finds
✦ New CED Clinical Relevance #78 Strong Clinical Relevance High-quality evidence with meaningful patient or clinical significance. Mental HealthResearchTHCCannabis Use DisorderDepressionSafetyNeurology Why This Matters Clinicians treating patients…
Teen Substance Use Treatment Evidence
This Evidence Watch article reviews a 2026 systematic evidence update on adolescent substance use treatment. The review found that family-based therapy, CBT, motivational approaches, and multicomponent behavioral care remain the best-supported outpatient…
I didn’t think I could get addicted to weed. I was wrong – and I’m not alone – The Guardian
✦ New CED Clinical Relevance#65 Notable Clinical InterestEmerging findings or policy developments worth monitoring closely. Mental HealthTHCResearchSafetyAddiction Why This MattersClinicians need to recognize that cannabis use disorder is a genuine…
Examining tDCS Effect on Cannabis Use Disorder in Patients With Schizophrenia
A novel clinical trial is investigating tDCS cannabis use disorder schizophrenia treatment, targeting specific brain circuits involved in addiction and cognitive control. This innovative approach addresses the challenging dual diagnosis where traditional…
Characterization of Endocannabinoid and Endogenous Opioid Levels in Adolescents With Cannabis Use Disorder
Groundbreaking research is investigating adolescent cannabis use disorder biomarkers in the endocannabinoid and opioid systems. This study could identify predictive markers for relapse risk in young patients. The findings may transform how clinicians…
A Brief Intervention for Cannabis Use
A new randomized trial is evaluating brief interventions for cannabis use disorder in emerging adults aged 18-25, using both biological and self-report measures. This research addresses a critical gap in evidence-based treatments for young adults with…
Cannabis Use Disorder Carries Greater Psychiatric Risk in Adolescents Than Adults, Johns Hopkins Study Finds
A Johns Hopkins study highlights cannabis use disorder adolescent psychiatric risk as significantly greater than in adults. The research shows age-dependent differences in psychiatric outcomes. These findings emphasize the need for tailored risk…
Alcohol and Cannabis Use Disorders Linked to Poorer Treatment Response in Adult ADHD, Small Study Finds
This study examines adult ADHD cannabis use disorder treatment response and finds that comorbid alcohol and cannabis use disorders reduce odds of clinical improvement. The small retrospective cohort highlights challenges in pharmacological treatment…
Cannabis Use Disorder Carries Greater Psychiatric Risk for Adolescents Than Adults, Study Finds
Cannabis use disorder adolescent psychiatry risks are significant and differ from those in adults. This study highlights elevated psychiatric risks in adolescents with cannabis use disorder. Understanding these risks is crucial for clinical care and…
Alcohol and Cannabis Use Disorders Linked to Poorer ADHD Treatment Outcomes in Real-World Study
This study highlights the impact of adhd treatment cannabis use disorder on medication response in adults. Alcohol and cannabis use disorders reduce the likelihood of clinical improvement. Understanding these effects is crucial for managing ADHD with…
