Stress pills may reveal why you crave cannabis
NCT ID NCT06430580
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study gives people with Cannabis Use Disorder drugs that mimic stress to see how it affects their desire for cannabis. Researchers measure brain activity and decision-making during four lab visits. The goal is to understand the link between stress and cannabis use motivation.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Hydrocortisone and Yohimbine Hydrochloride
What this could lead to
If successful, this could help explain how stress triggers cannabis cravings, pointing toward better treatments for Cannabis Use Disorder.
What could go wrong
This is a very early, small study (36 people) testing temporary stress-like effects, not a treatment. Results may not lead to real-world therapies.
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Locations
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The BRAINS Lab at Florida State University
RECRUITINGTallahassee, Florida, 32306-4301, United States
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