Student Perceptions of Cannabis Use
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| Title: | Student Perceptions of Cannabis Use |
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| Language: | English |
| Authors: | MacDougall, Christiana (ORCID |
| Source: | Journal of American College Health. 2023 71(4):1003-1017. |
| Availability: | Taylor & Francis. Available from: Taylor & Francis, Ltd. 530 Walnut Street Suite 850, Philadelphia, PA 19106. Tel: 800-354-1420; Tel: 215-625-8900; Fax: 215-207-0050; Web site: http://www.tandf.co.uk/journals |
| Peer Reviewed: | Y |
| Page Count: | 15 |
| Publication Date: | 2023 |
| Document Type: | Journal Articles Reports - Research Tests/Questionnaires |
| Education Level: | Higher Education Postsecondary Education |
| Descriptors: | Foreign Countries, Undergraduate Students, Marijuana, Drug Use, Social Life, Academic Achievement, Laws, Student Attitudes, Risk Management, Social Influences, Drug Therapy, Safety, Physical Health, Mental Health, Performance, Ability, Burnout, Stress Management |
| Geographic Terms: | Canada |
| DOI: | 10.1080/07448481.2021.1910272 |
| ISSN: | 0744-8481 1940-3208 |
| Abstract: | Objective: This qualitative study explored post-secondary students' perceptions of cannabis use on students' health, academic pursuits, and social lives, and investigated how these issues have been impacted by the legalization of recreational cannabis. Participants: 20 undergraduate students at a small liberal arts university in Atlantic Canada participated in this study. Methods: Semi-structured interviews were used to learn more about student perceptions of cannabis. Interview transcripts were analyzed using general thematic analysis. Results: Students in this study report using cannabis in thoughtful ways, balancing various considerations in terms of health, social connections, and academics. They were aware that cannabis is not a risk-free drug and took some steps to manage risks. Conclusion: Knowing why young adults believe they use cannabis is information for university professionals who want to develop effective harm reduction campaigns. Conclusion |
| Abstractor: | As Provided |
| Entry Date: | 2023 |
| Accession Number: | EJ1389328 |
| Database: | ERIC |
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| Abstract: | Objective: This qualitative study explored post-secondary students' perceptions of cannabis use on students' health, academic pursuits, and social lives, and investigated how these issues have been impacted by the legalization of recreational cannabis. Participants: 20 undergraduate students at a small liberal arts university in Atlantic Canada participated in this study. Methods: Semi-structured interviews were used to learn more about student perceptions of cannabis. Interview transcripts were analyzed using general thematic analysis. Results: Students in this study report using cannabis in thoughtful ways, balancing various considerations in terms of health, social connections, and academics. They were aware that cannabis is not a risk-free drug and took some steps to manage risks. Conclusion: Knowing why young adults believe they use cannabis is information for university professionals who want to develop effective harm reduction campaigns. Conclusion |
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| ISSN: | 0744-8481 1940-3208 |
| DOI: | 10.1080/07448481.2021.1910272 |
