Primary care provider attitudes, experiences and practices about cannabidiol (CBD) and barriers to patient-provider communication about CBD use: A qualitative study.

ABSTRACT:

Objectives

Federal hemp legalization and ongoing shifts in US marijuana laws have led to increased population-wide use of cannabidiol (CBD) supplements, often without the knowledge of primary healthcare providers (PCPs). Given the potential risks related to CBD use, especially in vulnerable subgroups, improved communication is warranted. This study aimed to examine PCP attitudes, experiences, and practice behaviors related to CBD and provider-reported barriers to communication with patients about CBD use.

Methods

Fourteen PCPs were recruited and participated in semi-structured interviews. Transcripts were digitally analyzed using inductive thematic analysis.

Results

Analyses identified that most PCPs had neutral views about CBD use by their patients. The study found t

SUBMITTER: Sharma P 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10194378 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature