How cannabis use affects decision-making and mental health after trauma.
Cannabis use, trauma, and self-regulatory cognitive processes: A multimodal study integrating biobehavioral markers and ecological assessment
This study is looking at how using cannabis affects decision-making in young adults aged 18-25 who have gone through trauma, and it aims to learn more about how these choices might impact their mental health over time.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Fellowship grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Brown University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Providence, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10995108 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the relationship between cannabis use and cognitive processes in young adults aged 18-25 who have experienced trauma. It aims to understand how decision-making factors, such as reward motivation and inhibitory control, influence cannabis use patterns following traumatic events. The study will utilize advanced methods, including wearable biosensors and ecological momentary assessments, to gather real-time data on participants' behaviors and experiences. By examining these dynamics, the research seeks to uncover the potential long-term consequences of cannabis use on mental health.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are young adults aged 18-25 who have experienced a traumatic event and are using cannabis.
Not a fit: Patients who are not within the age range of 18-25 or who have not experienced trauma may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could provide insights into how cannabis use impacts mental health and decision-making, potentially guiding better treatment strategies for trauma-affected individuals.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promising results in understanding the effects of cannabis on mental health, but this specific approach integrating cognitive processes and ecological assessments is relatively novel.
Where this research is happening
Providence, United States
- Brown University — Providence, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Karnick, Aleksandr T — Brown University
- Study coordinator: Karnick, Aleksandr T
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.