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Marijuana For Medical Use May Result in Rapid Onset of Cannabis Use Disorder March 18, 2022

Massachusetts General Hospital

Key Takeaways

  • A new study shows that using cannabis products to treat pain, anxiety and depression failed to improve these symptoms while doubling the risk of developing the addictive symptoms of cannabis use disorder.
  • People seeking cannabis to treat symptoms of anxiety and depression were at greatest risk of CUD.
Effect of Medical Marijuana Card Ownership on Pain, Insomnia, and Affective Disorder Symptoms in Adults A Randomized Clinical Trial March 18, 2022

JAMA News Article

Abstract

Importance  Despite the legalization and widespread use of cannabis products for a variety of medical concerns in the US, there is not yet a strong clinical literature to support such use. The risks and benefits of obtaining a medical marijuana card for common clinical outcomes are largely unknown.

Objective  To evaluate the effect of obtaining a medical marijuana card on target clinical and cannabis use disorder (CUD) symptoms in adults with a chief concern of chronic pain, insomnia, or anxiety or depressive symptoms.

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