Working memory capacity predicts cannabis-induced effects on alcohol urge
Abstract Background: Cannabis has shown mixed results in its association with alcohol urge, which may be explained by individual differences. One such factor, working memory capacity (WMC) is associated with drug-related cue reactivity and implicated in alcohol use and problems. In the current study, we examined whether WMC moderates the acute effect of cannabis on alcohol urge in a randomized placebo-controlled crossover trial. Methods: Participants aged 21 to 44 (N = 125, 32 % female) reporting heavy alcohol use and
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