🏛️ Verified NIH Record • Updated 2026-03-16

Cannabis Reduction and Functional Outcomes (NCT07218471)

Prospective Changes in Patient-reported and Objective Functioning Following Reduction of Cannabis Use

🟢 Recruiting Observational / Diagnostic 🧠 Behavioral & Psychological Program Sponsor: Medical University of South Carolina

🩺 Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)

This study evaluates the effects of cannabis use reduction among adults diagnosed with cannabis use disorder (CUD). Participants will undergo an 8-week intervention combining motivational interviewing, computerized cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT4CBT), and financial incentives for reduction in urinary cannabinoids. The study aims to assess improvements in cannabis-related problems, sleep, cognitive performance, CUD severity, and quality of life.

Who can join: To join this study, participants generally need to meet the listed inclusion criteria (5 items) and avoid the listed exclusions (6 items).

Location: Medical University of South Carolina — Charleston, South Carolina

Age range: 18 Years

🧪 Interventions in This Study

  • CBT4CBT (Computerized Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) (BEHAVIORAL)
  • Motivational Interviewing (BEHAVIORAL)
  • Contingency Management (BEHAVIORAL)

📋 "Do I Qualify?" — 1-Minute Self Screener

Instant Checklist

Check every box below. If you can check all of them, you may meet the study's basic screening requirements (final eligibility is confirmed by the site team).

Usually NOT eligible if any of the following apply:

  • Exclusion Criteria:
  • Serious medical/psychiatric conditions
  • Pregnancy or breastfeeding
  • Use of cannabis in past 30 days was for medical purposes only
  • Discontinuation or reduction of cannabis use may exacerbate a pre-existing condition
  • Cognitive or understanding difficulties, as evidenced by inability to pass informed consent quiz

🔍 Extracted verbatim from the official NIH eligibility criteria. Always confirm with the study coordinator.

📍 All Participating Trial Locations (1 Sites)

  • Medical University of South Carolina — Charleston, South Carolina

📞 Contact the Study Coordinator

Phone: (843) 792-5447

Email: tomko@musc.edu

Coordinator details come directly from the registered NIH protocol. Confirm the study is still recruiting before traveling.

💰 Cost, Insurance & Patient Rights

  • 100% Free Items: The investigational treatment and protocol-required procedures are supplied at zero cost by the sponsor.
  • Routine Patient Care: Under federal law (ACA § 2709) and many state statutes, routine care costs are covered during participation.
  • Voluntary Participation: You may withdraw at any time without affecting your standard medical care.

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💡 How to Participate

  1. Check the checklist above to see if you may qualify.
  2. Contact the study coordinator using the phone/email above.
  3. Ask about the visit schedule, what is covered at no cost, and any travel support.
  4. Confirm with your own doctor before making a decision.
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