CAN Stop: A Training Program for Young Cannabis Users
Author Information
Author(s): Baldus Christiane, Miranda Alejandra, Weymann Nina, Reis Olaf, Moré Kerstin, Thomasius Rainer
Primary Institution: German Centre for Addiction Research in Childhood and Adolescence (DZSKJ), University Medical Centre Hamburg-Eppendorf
Hypothesis
Young cannabis users who participate in the CAN Stop group training will show lower levels of cannabis intake and higher levels of cannabis abstinence-related self-efficacy compared to those receiving usual treatment.
Conclusion
The CAN Stop study aims to provide an evidence-based program for young cannabis users to help them reduce or quit their cannabis use.
Supporting Evidence
- Adolescent cannabis use is linked to various psychosocial problems and negative outcomes.
- Continuous cannabis use among adolescents remains a significant issue despite overall declines in use.
- Interventions are needed to reduce cannabis use and abuse in adolescents and young adults.
Takeaway
This study is about helping young people who use cannabis by teaching them in groups how to reduce or stop their use.
Methodology
The study is a four-armed randomized wait-list controlled trial evaluating a training program across different help system settings.
Potential Biases
The study is unblinded for trainers, which may introduce bias in data collection.
Limitations
The study may face challenges in recruitment and group dynamics, as well as potential biases in participant selection.
Participant Demographics
Participants are young cannabis users aged 14 to 21.
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