Definitions of Risky and Problematic Cannabis Use: A Systematic Review.
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| Title: | Definitions of Risky and Problematic Cannabis Use: A Systematic Review. |
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| Authors: | Casajuana, Cristina (AUTHOR), López-Pelayo, Hugo (AUTHOR), Balcells, María Mercedes (AUTHOR), Miquel, Laia (AUTHOR), Colom, Joan (AUTHOR), Gual, Antoni (AUTHOR) |
| Source: | Substance Use & Misuse. 2016, Vol. 51 Issue 13, p1760-1770. 11p. 1 Diagram, 3 Charts. |
| Subjects: | Cannabis (Genus), Drug addiction, Health, Information storage & retrieval systems, Medical databases, MEDLINE, Research funding, Systematic reviews, Bibliographic databases, Drug abusers |
| Abstract: | Although cannabis is widely used, it remains unclear which consumption patterns are more likely to produce future consequences (risky/hazardous use) or current damage (problematic/harmful use). This unresolved issue contributes to cannabis public health implications. In order to facilitate further consensus, this review analyzes previously used definitions in the literature. Methods: This systematic review was performed following the PRISMA guidelines. Articles published before October 2015 in the Medline, Scopus–Elsevier, ISI-Web of Knowledge and Cochrane databases and fulfilling a-priori decided criteria were retrieved. Definitions in preselected websites of national and international organizations addressing drug problems were also included. Results: Definitions identified in articles (n = 46) and official websites (n = 3) widely varied from each other. Weekly cannabis use was mostly considered risky. Problematic cannabis use was mostly described with the Cannabis Abuse and Screening Test. Evidence-based definitions as well as information on quantities consumed, time-frames and special considerations for risky groups were very limited. Conclusions: Working on official definitions is highly necessary as criteria used remain incomplete, leading to increased confusion in the field. Recommendations to improve existing definitions are given. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] |
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| Database: | Psychology and Behavioral Sciences Collection |
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