How Veterans with chronic pain approach using cannabis for symptom management: Results from a qualitative interpretive description study

Abstract: Introduction: Veterans use cannabis as a chronic pain treatment due to a combination of the easing of restrictions and dissatisfaction with care standards. The …

Protocol for a pragmatic trial of cannabidiol (CBD) to improve chronic pain symptoms among United States Veterans

Abstract: Background: Chronic pain affects over 100 million Americans, with a disproportionately high number being Veterans. Chronic pain is often difficult to treat and responds …

A national study of clinical discussions about cannabis use among Veteran patients prescribed opioids

Abstract: BACKGROUND: The Veterans Health Administration tracks urine drug tests (UDTs) among patients on long-term opioid therapy (LTOT) and recommends discussing the health …

Cannabis approval and perceived risk of use among minority US Army reservists

Abstract: This study examined how minoritized U.S. Army Reserve/National Guard service members perceive cannabis use amid a continuously evolving societal and legal landscape in …

Cannabis use among individuals with depression symptoms: Differences among military-connected and civilian clients

Abstract: BackgroundDespite the association between depression symptoms and cannabis use, it is unknown how military affiliation may modify this relationship.MethodsPatients …

Cannabis demand and use among Veterans: a prospective examination

Abstract: Objective: Cannabis demand (i.e., relative value), assessed cross-sectionally via a hypothetical marijuana purchase task (MPT), has been associated with use, problems, …

Chronic pain, cannabis legalisation, and cannabis use disorder among patients in the US Veterans Health Administration system, 2005 to 2019: a repeated, cross-sectional study

Abstract: Background: Cannabis use disorder is associated with considerable comorbidity and impairment in functioning, and prevalence is increasing among adults with chronic pain. …

Prevalence and correlates of cannabis use among U.S. Veterans during the second wave of the COVID-19 pandemic

Abstract: Introduction: Military veterans are at increased risk of substance use disorders. Limited research is available about veterans' cannabis use (CU) during the coronavirus …

Child maltreatment history, deployment-related traumatic events, and past 12-month cannabis use among Veterans in Canada

Abstract: Objective: Cannabis use among veterans in Canada is an understudied public health priority. The current study examined cannabis use prevalence and the relationships …

Cannabis and cannabinoids for pain and posttraumatic stress disorder in military personnel and Veterans

Abstract: This viewpoint discusses a clinical trial that investigated cannabis and cannabinoids for pain and posttraumatic stress disorder in military personnel and Veterans.

Mental and physical health conditions among U.S. Veterans with cannabis use and cannabis Use disorders

Abstract: Veterans are a large population that is disproportionately affected by various physical and mental health conditions. The primary aim of this review is to provide a …

A national population-based study of cannabis use and correlates among U.S. Veterans prescribed opioids in primary care

Abstract: Background: Cannabis is marketed as a treatment for pain. There is limited data on the prevalence of cannabis use and its correlates among Veterans prescribed opioids. …