A pilot trial of a brief intervention for cannabis use supplemented with a substance-free activity session or relaxation training.

James G MurphyAshley A DennhardtBettina UtzelmannBrian BorsariBenjamin O LaddMatthew P MartensHelene R WhiteAli M YurasekKevin W CampbellKatie Witkiewitz

Published in: Psychology of addictive behaviors : journal of the Society of Psychologists in Addictive Behaviors (2024)

This pilot trial was not adequately powered to conclusively evaluate relative efficacy but provides preliminary support for the short-term efficacy of both two-session interventions for reducing anxiety and cannabis-related risk among nontreatment seeking emerging adults. (PsycInfo Database Record (c) 2024 APA, all rights reserved).

Keyphrases

high intensity
randomized controlled trial
mental health
physical activity
emergency department