Understanding cannabis and tobacco use among young adults
Behavioral Economic Demand for Cannabis and Tobacco among Young Adult Dual Users
This study looks at how young adults who use both cannabis and tobacco change their habits over time, focusing on their dependence and efforts to quit, to find ways to help them reduce their use and improve support for those trying to stop.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | California State University San Marcos NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (San Marcos, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10883776 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the patterns of cannabis and tobacco use among young adults who use both substances. It aims to understand how the demand for these substances changes over time and how this demand relates to dependence and attempts to quit. By applying social cognitive theory, the study seeks to identify modifiable factors that influence substance use behaviors. The findings could help develop better prevention and treatment strategies for dual users.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are young adults aged 18-30 who are dual users of cannabis and tobacco.
Not a fit: Patients who exclusively use either cannabis or tobacco, without dual usage, may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved interventions for young adults struggling with cannabis and tobacco dependence.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in understanding substance use behaviors through behavioral economic models, suggesting this approach could yield valuable insights.
Where this research is happening
San Marcos, United States
- California State University San Marcos — San Marcos, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Pulvers, Kimberley — California State University San Marcos
- Study coordinator: Pulvers, Kimberley
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.