Cannabis Use Behavior: The Effects of Social Support and Adverse Childhood Experiences

E. K. Crockett-Barbera, S. A. Moyers, Ashleigh L. Chiaf, H.. Appleseth, E. A. Doherty, J. M. Croff

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Abstract

Purpose: Exposure to adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) have been associated with cannabis use. This study examined the moderating effect of three subtypes of social support (appraisal, belongingness, and tangible) on the relationship between ACEs and the prospective frequency and intensity of cannabis use among young women.

Design methods: Females (n=165) between the ages of 15-24 completed a 6-item ACEs scale, the shortened Interpersonal Support Evaluation List (ISEL-12), and demographic questions. Throughout the month-long study, participants attended weekly appointments and completed timeline follow back of their daily cannabis use frequency and intensity.

Results/expected results: ACEs were a significant predictor of the number of days of cannabis use over the next month (β = 959, p < 01). Each type of social support significantly moderated the effect of ACEs on days of cannabis use without covariates, but only appraisal (β= -037, p < 05) and tangible support (β = -.098, p = 001) were significant with covariates. ACES were predictive of cannabis use intensity when covariates were included (β = 1.971, p < 001). When examining the interactions between ACEs and the 3 types of social support, the interaction between ACEs and tangible forms of social support was significant with and without covariates (β = - 065, p < 05; β = - 104, p < .001, respectively).

Discussion/conclusion: Young women's adverse childhood experiences predict cannabis use frequency and intensity over a month, and that relationship is moderated by current perceived tangible social support. Programming that targets increasing perceived tangible social support in females with ACEs may be a preventative strategy to deter later cannabis use.
Original languageAmerican English
Pages16
StatePublished - 13 Sep 2024
Event2024 Symposium on Tribal and Rural Innovations in Disparities and Equity for Health - Oklahoma State University College of Osteopathic Medicine at the Cherokee Nation, Tahlequah, United States
Duration: 13 Sep 202413 Sep 2024

Conference

Conference2024 Symposium on Tribal and Rural Innovations in Disparities and Equity for Health
Abbreviated titleSTRIDE 2024
Country/TerritoryUnited States
CityTahlequah
Period13/09/2413/09/24

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