CANNABIS

This small study tested whether a 12-week lifestyle and exercise program could help pregnant women at risk for cannabis use reduce their consumption. It involved 16 women who used a Fitbit tracker and received support to increase physical activity. Researchers measured changes in…

This study tested a family training program delivered by video call. It aimed to help family members support a relative who is experiencing early psychosis and using substances like alcohol or cannabis. The goal was to see if the program improved family wellbeing and helped the r…

This study tested a virtual reality video game designed to prevent middle school students from starting to vape nicotine or marijuana. The game, called 'Invite Only VR,' also teaches healthy ways to manage emotions. Researchers from Yale University measured whether students liked…

This was a small pilot study to see if it's practical to run a larger trial on medical cannabis for chronic pain. It tested whether oral cannabis oils (CBD alone or CBD with THC) could help reduce how much pain interferes with daily life and lower opioid use. The main goal was to…

This study looked at whether medical cannabis could help reduce nerve pain and inflammation in people living with HIV. Researchers followed 35 adults with HIV and nerve pain who were already certified for medical cannabis use. Over 14 weeks, they compared how different ratios of …

This study measured how two similar cannabis compounds—Delta-8-THC and the more common Delta-9-THC—affect a person's ability to drive. Researchers at Johns Hopkins had 30 adults with past cannabis use try both substances and then perform simulated driving tests and cognitive task…

This small, early-stage study aimed to understand how a pill containing THC (the main active ingredient in cannabis) affects sleep. Researchers tested 18 healthy young adults, including both regular cannabis users and non-users, to see how different doses influenced their sleep p…