Mixed methods study of the potential therapeutic benefits from medical cannabis for patients in Florida.

ABSTRACT:

Objectives

To evaluate medical marijuana patients' perceptions of therapeutic benefits for self-reported medical conditions.

Design

The study was a concurrent mixed methods study with adult medical marijuana patients. Survey data were collected using a web-based survey, and interviews were conducted in person or over the phone.

Setting

The study recruited 196 medical marijuana patients to complete surveys and 13 patients to participate in qualitative interviews in Florida.

Measures

A validated patient survey was distributed via Florida medical marijuana social media groups to examine the therapeutic benefits of the cannabis plant for medical conditions and overall well-being. Concurrently, qualitative interviews were conducted to understand barriers and facilit

SUBMITTER: Luque JS 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8053674 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature