Cannabis Use Among Kentucky Adults: 2020-2021 Study
Author Information
Author(s): Shafer Sydney, Kennedy Gunnar, Christian W. Jay
Primary Institution: University of Kentucky
Hypothesis
What are the cannabis use rates in Kentucky relative to various factors before the legal medical marijuana market begins?
Conclusion
Cannabis use is common in Kentucky despite its illegal status, with many users consuming it daily for medical purposes.
Supporting Evidence
- 10% of Kentucky adults reported using cannabis in the past 30 days.
- 42% of cannabis users reported using it daily or near daily.
- Smoking was the most common mode of cannabis use, reported by 78% of users.
- 42% of users reported using cannabis for both medical and recreational reasons.
- Prevalence of cannabis use was higher among males and younger adults.
Takeaway
This study found that many people in Kentucky use cannabis, often for medical reasons, even though it's not legal yet.
Methodology
The study used pooled data from the Kentucky Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System (BRFSS) for 2020-2021 and applied multivariable logistic regression for analysis.
Potential Biases
Potential underreporting of cannabis use due to its illegal status.
Limitations
Self-reported data may not be entirely accurate, and the study does not include incarcerated individuals or account for multimodal use.
Participant Demographics
Participants included adults from various demographic backgrounds in Kentucky, with a focus on age, race, education, and income.
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