Understanding how young adults use nicotine and cannabis together
Predictors and Consequences of Nicotine and Cannabis Vaping Co-use in Young Adults: A Longitudinal and EMA Analysis
This study is looking at how young adults who use both nicotine and cannabis through vaping are affected by it in their daily lives, aiming to understand how these substances work together and impact their health and happiness.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R37 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Rand Corporation NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Santa Monica, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11057727 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the patterns and effects of young adults co-using nicotine and cannabis through vaping. By utilizing Ecological Momentary Assessment (EMA), the study captures real-time data on daily usage and its consequences. It also analyzes long-term survey data to identify predictors of co-use and its impact on mental and physical health. The goal is to better understand how these substances interact and affect young people's well-being.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are young adults aged 18-24 who use both nicotine and cannabis products.
Not a fit: Patients who do not use nicotine or cannabis products may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved public health strategies aimed at reducing the risks associated with vaping nicotine and cannabis among young adults.
How similar studies have performed: While there has been research on combustible tobacco and cannabis use, this study's focus on vaping co-use is relatively novel and untested.
Where this research is happening
Santa Monica, United States
- Rand Corporation — Santa Monica, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Dunbar, Michael — Rand Corporation
- Study coordinator: Dunbar, Michael
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.