Review of Short Scales for Cannabis-Related Problems
Author Information
Author(s): Piontek Daniela, Kraus Ludwig, Klempova Danica
Primary Institution: IFT Institut für Therapieforschung
Hypothesis
This paper aims to summarize the psychometric properties of four short screening scales to assess problematic forms of cannabis use.
Conclusion
Short screening scales for cannabis-related problems are effective tools for identifying at-risk individuals, but further research is needed to validate their performance across different populations.
Supporting Evidence
- All screening scales showed moderate to high internal consistency.
- Validation studies indicated satisfactory sensitivity, specificity, and predictive power.
- Standard diagnostic cut-off points for the scales do not exist.
Takeaway
The study looks at different short tests that help find out if someone has problems with cannabis use, which can save time and money in figuring out who needs more help.
Methodology
A systematic literature search was conducted across multiple databases to identify studies evaluating the reliability and validity of four cannabis screening scales.
Limitations
The review is limited by the small number of studies on some scales and the variability in psychometric properties across different populations.
Participant Demographics
Studies included both adult and adolescent samples from various countries, including Australia, Germany, France, Brazil, New Zealand, Switzerland, and Poland.
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