Cannabis Strength and Brain Health in Early Psychosis
Treatments studied
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This trial studies how different strengths of cannabis affect the brain's white matter in people with early psychosis. It may help doctors understand which cannabis potencies are less harmful for young adults with psychosis.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 25 years old.
- You are a patient in the Nova Scotia Early Psychosis Program (or can join it).
- You do not currently have a stimulant use disorder (problems with drugs like cocaine or meth).
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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