Could a cannabis pill curb aggression in adults with developmental disabilities?

NCT ID NCT05273320

First seen Jan 23, 2026 · Last updated Jun 12, 2026 · Updated 16 times

Summary

This small early-phase study tested a synthetic cannabis drug called nabilone in 20 adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities who have severe aggression. The main goal was to see if the drug is safe and tolerable. Researchers also looked for any improvement in aggressive behavior. Results will help design larger future studies.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Centre for Addiction and Mental Health

    Toronto, Ontario, M6J 1H4, Canada

Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Aggression developmental disability intellectual disability psychiatric disorder

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The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.