Exploring how stress affects cannabis use in sexual minorities
Using EMA to Examine Minority Stress Mechanisms Underlying Cannabis Use among Sexual Minorities
This study looks at how stress from being part of a sexual minority affects cannabis use among young adults, aiming to understand if this stress leads to more cannabis use and related issues, so we can find better ways to help those who might be struggling.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Career grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Emma Pendleton Bradley Hospital NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Riverside, UNITED STATES) |
| Project ID | NIH-11005052 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the relationship between minority stress and cannabis use among young adult sexual minorities. It aims to understand how stressors specific to sexual minorities may lead to increased cannabis use and related negative outcomes, such as cannabis use disorder. By employing a longitudinal approach, the study will track daily experiences and their impact on cannabis consumption, focusing on coping mechanisms and cognitive processes. The findings could help identify effective prevention strategies tailored for this population.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are young adult sexual minorities who use cannabis or are at risk of developing cannabis use disorder.
Not a fit: Patients who do not identify as sexual minorities or those who do not use cannabis may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved interventions and support for sexual minorities struggling with cannabis use and related issues.
How similar studies have performed: While some studies have explored the relationship between minority stress and alcohol use, this research is among the few to specifically examine cannabis use in this context, making it a novel approach.
Where this research is happening
Riverside, UNITED STATES
- Emma Pendleton Bradley Hospital — Riverside, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Parnes, Jamie — Emma Pendleton Bradley Hospital
- Study coordinator: Parnes, Jamie
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.