Investigating the effects of cannabidiol on cannabis use in young adults
A Randomized, Placebo Controlled Study of Cannabidiol in Young Adult Cannabis Users
This study is looking at how CBD, a compound from hemp, might help young adults who regularly use cannabis feel better and manage any negative effects, by comparing those using CBD to those using a placebo while they enjoy their usual cannabis products.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Colorado Denver NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Aurora, UNITED STATES) |
| Project ID | NIH-10912685 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on young adults who regularly use cannabis, aiming to understand how hemp-derived cannabidiol (CBD) can help reduce the negative effects associated with cannabis use. The study will involve participants using their preferred cannabis products in a controlled setting, where researchers will assess changes in mood, cognitive function, and cannabis use behaviors. By comparing groups using CBD versus a placebo, the research seeks to identify potential harm reduction strategies for cannabis users who are not actively seeking treatment.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are young adults who regularly use cannabis and are open to exploring non-abstinence approaches to manage their use.
Not a fit: Patients who do not use cannabis or are not interested in exploring harm reduction strategies may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could provide insights into how CBD may help mitigate the harms of cannabis use and support healthier consumption patterns among young adults.
How similar studies have performed: While research on CBD's effects is growing, this specific approach targeting young adult cannabis users is relatively novel and has not been extensively tested.
Where this research is happening
Aurora, UNITED STATES
- University of Colorado Denver — Aurora, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Hopfer, Christian J — University of Colorado Denver
- Study coordinator: Hopfer, Christian J
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.