Original Research J Clin Psychiatry January 2026

Geographic Differences in Cannabis Use and Cannabis Use Disorder in the US Veteran Population

Full Article Read the complete peer-reviewed article in J Clin Psychiatry. Clinical Summary Veterans often use cannabis for symptoms such as chronic pain, PTSD, anxiety, and insomnia, yet cannabis use and cannabis use disorder are linked to elevated psychiatric comorbidity and suicide-related outcomes. This study shows that risk is not evenly distributed across the country, giving clinicians a clearer sense of where routine screening and treatment capacity may be most needed. FAQ How common were cannabis use and probable cannabis use disorder in this national sample of US veterans? 11 questions
Key Takeaways In this nationally representative 2022 sample, 284 (weighted 11.6%) reported cannabis use and 70 (weighted 2.9%) had probable CUD, reinforcing that clinically significant cannabis-related problems affect a substantial minority of veterans in routine practice. 6 takeaways Clinical Guide How should clinicians screen US veterans for cannabis use and probable cannabis use disorder in routine care? 6 steps
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