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Newest firstAbstract Introduction States across the US continue to legalize recreational cannabis to shift consumers from illicit to regulated markets. Yet evidence on whether legalization increases the share of cannabis obtained legally remains limited. This study examines how legalization influences cannabis sourcing behavior using nationally representative panel data and recent policy variation. Methods We use three waves…
Open article record in new tab ↗Background Although nearly 80% of Americans reside in a county with a legal, regulated cannabis dispensary, the majority of cannabis consumed in the U.S. is still obtained from unregulated, illicit sources. Illicit cannabis carries greater health risks and is generally less preferred than regulated cannabis, yet its lower price makes it attractive to many customers. However, comparative research on price different…
Open article record in new tab ↗BACKGROUND: Despite extensive research on the broader effects of recreational cannabis legalization (RCL), limited attention has been given to its impact on cannabis use disorder (CUD) treatment outcomes. This study addresses this gap by analyzing CUD treatment outcomes, including 90-day treatment retention and successful discharge. METHODS: Data were collected from a dataset of all publicly funded cannabis use di…
Open article record in new tab ↗Background Cannabis use can have unintended, harmful consequences for adolescents, a developmental group that struggles with heightened pressure to align with peer attitudes and behaviors. The role of social-cognitive factors in shifting cannabis use dynamics remains under explored, particularly in states where recreational cannabis use is legal. Objectives The present study examined multilevel longitudinal associ…
Background Only July 1, 2017, Nevada became the fifth US state to allow the legal sale of recreational cannabis products for adults ages of 21 and over. This study investigates young adults' cannabis-related attitudes, perceptions, and behaviors in a state where recreational and medical cannabis use was recently legalized. Methods We conducted 8 focus groups stratified by cannabis use (regular users, occasional us…
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