Join the ARCTiC Study!
Analyzing Responses to CBD and THC in Cancer
Researchers at CU Boulder are partnering with individuals diagnosed with cancer to evaluate how treatment with cannabidiol (CBD) can improve quality of life. Join our compensated study today!
Fast Facts
diagnosed with cancer
not a regular cannabis user
25 Years and Older
Compensation Provided
Conducted near Denver, CO
Study Background
Cancer and its treatment can negatively affect your life in a variety of ways, and patients often report problems with pain, mood disturbance, and sleep, as well as stress and mental health challenges that worsen quality of life.
In this research study, we want to examine the effects of cannabidiol (CBD) on sleep quality, pain, mood disturbance, cognitive functioning, and quality of life in cancer patients. Our goal is to examine the effectiveness and safety of CBD for cancer patients.
Your participation in this study may help researchers improve recommendations and help future cancer patients!
COMIRB 23-0982 (version date: 02/01/2024). PI: Angela Bryan
Study Background
Cancer and its treatment can negatively affect your life in a variety of ways, and patients often report problems with pain, mood disturbance, and sleep, as well as stress and mental health challenges that worsen quality of life.
In this research study, we want to examine the effects of cannabidiol (CBD) on sleep quality, pain, mood disturbance, cognitive functioning, and quality of life in cancer patients. Our goal is to examine the effectiveness and safety of CBD for cancer patients.
Your participation in this study may help researchers improve recommendations and help future cancer patients!
COMIRB 23-0982 (version date: 02/01/2024). PI: Angela Bryan
Additional Information
You may qualify for this study if you meet the following criteria.
Key Criteria:
- Diagnosed with cancer
- 25+ years old
- Not a regular cannabis user
- Interested in using CBD to improve symptoms related to your cancer or its treatment
Exclusion Criteria:
- Moderate to heavy daily alcohol use
- Illicit drug use
- Moderate to severe liver disease
- Some medications, such as anti-epileptic and anti-psychotic medications
- History of seizures
- Pregnancy
Once enrolled, this 8-week study involves:
- Four in-person appointments
- Using study provided CBD or placebo for 8 weeks
- Blood collection
- Questionnaires and cognitive tests
- Confidential surveys
