Cannabis Use
Research Study
Research Study
Researchers at Yale University and the VA Connecticut Healthcare System are conducting a research study aimed at understanding the effects of cannabis in individuals who are over 65 years old.
VA HSS# 1708062
Yale HIC# 2000035354
VA HSS# 1708062
Yale HIC# 2000035354
Visits Conducted at West Haven Veteran Hospital
Compensation Provided
Prior Use of Cannabis
Generally Healthy
65+ Years Old
Fast Facts
About Our Research Study
Did you know that the fastest-growing age group of cannabis users is individuals who are 65+? Our researchers want to learn more about how THC (the main chemical in cannabis) affects adults who are 65 years and older. Join our study today to help researchers learn more about the risks and benefits of cannabis use in older adults! Compensation provided. |
Additional Information
We want to investigate the effects of cannabis use in older adults.
You may qualify for this study if you meet the following criteria.
Key Criteria:
Key Criteria:
- Generally healthy
- Prior use of cannabis or THC during lifetime
- 65+ years old
- No major psychiatric or medical conditions
- No substance use disorder
- There are six test visits. On each separate test day, in a random order, participants will be asked to take: two oral doses of THC, two vaporized doses of THC, one oral placebo, and one vaporized placebo. The study team will further elaborate on this.
- Participation will last approximately 8 hours per day for 6 test visits, including a 24-hour follow-up after each test visit.
- Participants will be asked to complete a number of assessments measuring the effects of THC.
Compensation up to $830 is provided for participation in this study.
There is no cost for you to participate in our research study.