Improving sleep to help adults reduce problematic cannabis use

Targeting insomnia to improve outcomes in adults with problematic cannabis use

NIH-funded research University of Michigan at Ann Arbor · NIH-10880682

This study is looking at how improving sleep with online therapy can help adults who have trouble sleeping and also use cannabis, aiming to make both their sleep and daily life better while reducing their cannabis use.

Quick facts

Grant typeR01 grant
Study typeNIH-funded research
Funding institutionUniversity of Michigan at Ann Arbor NIH-funded
Lab location1 site (Ann Arbor, United States)
Project IDNIH-10880682 on NIH RePORTER

What this research studies

This research investigates the relationship between insomnia and cannabis use in adults, focusing on how addressing sleep issues can help reduce cannabis-related problems. The study utilizes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for insomnia (CBTi) delivered via telemedicine, aiming to improve sleep quality and daytime functioning while decreasing cannabis use. By examining the mechanisms linking heavy cannabis use and insomnia, the research seeks to provide tailored interventions for those struggling with both issues.

Who could benefit from this research

Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults over 21 who experience insomnia and use cannabis regularly, particularly those with problematic cannabis use.

Not a fit: Patients who do not use cannabis or do not have insomnia may not benefit from this research.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to effective treatments that improve sleep and reduce problematic cannabis use in adults.

How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for insomnia is effective in similar populations, suggesting potential for success in this study.

Where this research is happening

Ann Arbor, United States

Researchers

About this research

  1. This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
  2. Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
  3. For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.
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