Cannabis use and emotion processing study
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study looks at how heavy cannabis use affects the way you process emotions. You may be able to join if you use cannabis most days, meet criteria for cannabis use disorder, and are not currently in treatment for it. Participants will have brain scans and mild brain stimulation.
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Who can take part
- You use cannabis at least 4 days a week, and at least 20 days in the past month.
- You have a diagnosis of severe cannabis use disorder (a doctor will check this).
- You can read and write in English.
- You do not currently take daily medication for mental health or have other substance or health issues that would interfere.
- You are not pregnant and can safely have an MRI (no metal in your body).
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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