Genetic counseling for youth using cannabis safely
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study offers genetic counseling to help reduce mental health problems that can happen for some young people who use cannabis. You join if you are already part of the FORBOW study and fit their age and mental-health criteria.
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Who can take part
- You are enrolled in the FORBOW study (Families Overcoming Risks and Building Opportunities for Well-being).
- You are between 12 and 21 years old.
- You can read or understand English well enough to take part in the counseling.
- You were able to consent on your most recent FORBOW check-in.
- You agreed to be contacted about future studies on your most recent FORBOW check-in.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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