Remote Chronic Pain Research Study
Researchers at Washington State University are conducting a study on cannabis use and chronic pain in young adults ages 18–29.
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Ages 18-29 Experiencing chronic pain
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Study Background
This study explores how cannabis use may impact the daily experiences of young adults living with chronic pain.
Researchers at Washington State University are conducting a study to better understand the daily experiences of young adults who live with chronic pain and use cannabis. This study, titled Project HAPPY, aims to explore how cannabis use may be connected to changes in physical activity, sleep, pain, and mood.
By following participants over a six-month period, the research team hopes to gather valuable insights into how cannabis fits into the daily lives of young adults managing persistent pain. The findings could help inform future research and healthcare recommendations surrounding cannabis use and pain relief strategies.
This study (IRB# 20073) has been reviewed and approved by the IRB at WSU, PI: Renee Magnan
Study Background
This study explores how cannabis use may impact the daily experiences of young adults living with chronic pain.
Researchers at Washington State University are conducting a study to better understand the daily experiences of young adults who live with chronic pain and use cannabis. This study, titled Project HAPPY, aims to explore how cannabis use may be connected to changes in physical activity, sleep, pain, and mood.
By following participants over a six-month period, the research team hopes to gather valuable insights into how cannabis fits into the daily lives of young adults managing persistent pain. The findings could help inform future research and healthcare recommendations surrounding cannabis use and pain relief strategies.
This study (IRB# 20073) has been reviewed and approved by the IRB at WSU, PI: Renee Magnan
Additional Information
This study is being conducted to better understand the real-world relationships between cannabis use and experiences of chronic pain, mood, sleep, and physical activity.
You may be eligible for this study if you:
- Use cannabis
- Currently experiencing chronic pain
- Are between the ages 18-29 years
- Own a smartphone
- Are a U.S. resident
- Speak English
- Do not have a serious cognitive impairment or developmental disorder (e.g., autism, intellectual disability)
- Do not have a diagnosis of life-limiting medical condition (e.g., cancer) or autoimmune disorder
You’ll start with a Zoom session with a research team member.
You’ll complete an online survey about your cannabis use, pain, activity, and sleep.
You’ll use a smartphone app to answer short daily surveys (1–2 minutes each) during three 2-week periods over six months.
During those same 2-week periods, you’ll wear a watch-like device that tracks your activity and sleep.
No need to change your routine—just report your normal experiences.
Yes! You can earn up to $200 in electronic gift cards. Payments are based on study milestones:
$20 for your first session and baseline survey
$50 for each of the three 2-week monitoring periods (based on survey completion)
Earn a $30 bonus if you complete all three periods at 80% or higher compliance
There is no cost for you to participate in our research study.