The aim of the current paper is to discuss the negative along with positive effects of cannabis on health as well as the attitude changes of the individuals as to whether they are typical and ordinary or dysfunctional.
The objectives of the research study are the following: (a) issues regarding its possible adverse effects on mood, (b) the therapeutic potential of cannabis, (c) check the dissimilarities on personality traits between chronic, non-chronic and non-users, (d) gender differences, (e) check on depression stages amongst all three (3) groups.
Cannabis consumption can be controlled but in some cases individuals experience negative psychological and physical effects due to the fact that their habit turns into addiction. Many psychological studies linked cannabis use and schizophrenia as well as depression levels showing a weak significant association but at the time there are not strong considerable results to establish those findings.
This study supports the attitude change of heavy cannabis users in a psychosocial perspective but also giving evidence that cannabis can be used for therapeutic action as it has a potential role in the treatment of convulsive disorders, neuroticism and gives assurance for future benefits in a great range of illnesses.
Table of Contents
1.ABSTRACT
2.INTRODUCTION
2.1 Substance use among adolescents
2.2 Medical use of cannabis
2.3 Depression & Anxiety related to cannabis
2.4 Negative childhood experiences and cannabis
2.5 Antisocial and other problematic attitudes/behaviour
2.6 Perception problems
2.7 Reducing cannabis use
2.8 Gender differences on cannabis addiction
3.BACKGROUND
4. HYPOTHESES
5.METHOD
5.1Plan of investigation
5.2 Sample
5.3 Ethical Considerations
5.4 Procedure\ Statistical Analysis
5.5 Questionnaire Design
6.RESULTS
6.1 Participants’ Characteristics
6.2 Descriptive Statistics
7.DISCUSSION
7.1 Results’ Interpretation
8.CONCLUSION
8.1Summary of the study
8.2 Limitations
Research Objectives and Themes
This research aims to analyze the associations between cannabis use, psychological well-being, and personality traits. Specifically, it explores how cannabis usage patterns correlate with depression, anxiety, control perception, general coping mechanisms, and negative childhood experiences among young adults.
- Analysis of cannabis consumption patterns across non-users, regular, and heavy user groups.
- Examination of the psychological impact of cannabis, including potential therapeutic benefits versus risks of dependency.
- Investigation of the relationship between cannabis use and personal factors such as neuroticism, extraversion, and childhood trauma.
- Evaluation of gender-specific differences in addiction levels, influence, and coping strategies.
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2.4 Negative childhood experiences and cannabis:
Cannabis use in young people has been linked with an increased risk of later psychosis. Nearly every research study supports that childhood traumas can cause life-long depression and anxiety as well as many emotional and psychological disturbances. Negative childhood experiences are significantly associated with both risk of psychosis and increased levels of substance misuse. In a follow up assessment concerning the association between cannabis use and psychotic symptoms depending on factors such as age, economic status, childhood experiences and gender, results have showed that individuals who used cannabis 3 or 4 times a week were 2.44 times more likely to experience psychotic symptoms than non-users and users of 3 or 4 times a month were 1.5 times more likely (Henquet et al; 2005). The occurrence of early cannabis use and negative childhood traumas can significantly increase the risk of psychotic symptoms, however cannabis itself as a factor cannot be
Summary of Chapters
1.ABSTRACT: Provides an overview of the study's aims, methodology, and key findings regarding cannabis use and personality traits.
2.INTRODUCTION: Discusses the prevalence of adolescent cannabis use, potential medical applications, and existing literature on mental health associations.
3.BACKGROUND: Explores biological effects of THC, perceptions of time and memory under influence, and potential therapeutic roles of cannabinoids.
4. HYPOTHESES: Outlines the predicted correlations between cannabis use habits, sociability, anxiety, gender, and childhood experiences.
5.METHOD: Details the research design, including the use of self-completion questionnaires and statistical analysis methods.
6.RESULTS: Presents findings based on participant characteristics and statistical tests comparing user groups and gender differences.
7.DISCUSSION: Interprets the research results in the context of the initial hypotheses and existing academic literature.
8.CONCLUSION: Summarizes the study's main outcomes and addresses limitations encountered during the research process.
Keywords
Cannabis, Adolescence, Substance Use, Mental Health, Depression, Anxiety, Neuroticism, Childhood Trauma, Psychology, DUDIT, Coping Mechanisms, Gender Differences, Addiction, Psychosis, THC.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the primary focus of this research?
The research examines the associations between cannabis use and various psychological factors, including depression, anxiety, childhood experiences, and personality traits among young adults aged 20-29.
What are the main thematic fields covered?
The study covers the psychological impact of cannabis, behavioral attitudes, gender differences in usage, and the role of coping mechanisms and childhood trauma in substance use.
What is the core research objective?
The main objective is to identify patterns of association between cannabis consumption levels (non-users, regular, and heavy users) and psychological well-being, personality factors, and childhood experiences.
What methodology was employed?
The study used a case-control design involving 106 participants who completed self-report questionnaires, which were analyzed using statistical methods such as ANOVAs, t-tests, and Pearson correlations.
What does the main body address?
The main body reviews existing literature on cannabis, details the hypotheses and experimental methodology, and presents comprehensive data analysis regarding participants' characteristics and results.
Which keywords characterize this work?
Key terms include cannabis, childhood trauma, neuroticism, anxiety, gender differences, substance misuse, addiction, and psychosocial adaptation.
How does cannabis use impact personality traits in this study?
The study suggests that heavy users show higher levels of neuroticism and often report higher frequencies of negative childhood experiences compared to non-users.
Are there significant findings regarding gender?
Yes, the study found that while males may use cannabis more frequently, females reported higher levels of addiction and greater influence by the substance.
- Quote paper
- Anna-Maria Papadopoulou (Author), 2015, The Effects of Cannabis on Health and Personality. A Study, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/308546
