Medical Cannabis Use Research Study
Researchers at Rutgers University are conducting a research study to better understand how medical cannabis use affects physical and mental health over time. This research is for adults who use smoked or vaped medical cannabis for conditions such as chronic pain, migraine, or anxiety.
Fast Facts
Adults Who Smoke or Vape Medical Cannabis
Have a Valid New Jersey Medicinal Cannabis Patient ID Card or Willing to Show Personal Copy of Medical Record to Research Staff
Compensation
Provided Up To $990
Conducted in
New Brunswick, NJ
Study Background
Medical cannabis use is increasing, but there is still limited research on how different patterns of use affect long-term health.
As more patients use cannabis for therapeutic purposes, clinicians and patients alike are left with unanswered questions about dosing, frequency, and potential benefits or side effects. This is especially true for smoked or vaped cannabis, where less is known about how use over time impacts both physical and mental health.
This confidential, longitudinal research study follows adults who use medical cannabis to understand how real-world patterns of use relate to symptoms, side effects, and overall health. By collecting information over a two-year period, this research aims to help inform future clinical practice guidelines for therapeutic cannabis use.
Study Background
Medical cannabis use is increasing, but there is still limited research on how different patterns of use affect long-term health.
As more patients use cannabis for therapeutic purposes, clinicians and patients alike are left with unanswered questions about dosing, frequency, and potential benefits or side effects. This is especially true for smoked or vaped cannabis, where less is known about how use over time impacts both physical and mental health.
This confidential, longitudinal research study follows adults who use medical cannabis to understand how real-world patterns of use relate to symptoms, side effects, and overall health. By collecting information over a two-year period, this research aims to help inform future clinical practice guidelines for therapeutic cannabis use.
Additional Information
This research study is being conducted to better understand how the frequency and amount of medical cannabis use relate to physical and mental health outcomes over time.
You may be eligible for this study if you meet the following criteria.
Inclusion Criteria:
- Ages 18+
- Smoke or vape medical cannabis
- Have a valid New Jersey medicinal cannabis patient ID card or are willing to show personal copy of medical record to research staff
- Have an NJ medicinal cannabis condition (ex. chronic pain, migraine, anxiety)
- Have a personal smartphone to complete daily phone surveys
Exclusion Criteria:
- Current cannabis use disorder
- Current alcohol or substance use disorder diagnosis or treatment
- Current psychosis
- Currently pregnant
- Use or intention to use only 100% CBD products
If you choose to participate, your involvement may include:
A phone screening to determine eligibility
A baseline visit that includes questionnaires, an interview, and health assessments
Daily smartphone surveys completed during 14-day periods every 6 months
Follow-up assessments at 6, 12, 18, and 24 months
Some visits may include lung function testing and saliva or urine samples
Most activities can be completed remotely, with some in-person visits at Rutgers University or at home
Participation lasts up to 2 years and is completely voluntary.
Participants can earn up to $990 in gift cards over the 2-year study period for completing study activities. Mileage reimbursement for in-person visits may be available when applicable.
There is no cost for you to participate in our research study.