Older adults increasingly use cannabis for pain and sleep relief

Older adults increasingly use cannabis for pain and sleep relief

For adults over 60, cannabis use is increasing faster than in any other demographic.

The fastest-growing demographic for cannabis use? People over 60, CU study finds

According to research from CU Boulder and the University of Utah, more older adults are turning to cannabis as a "last resort" for some health issues.

More Older Adults Are Using Marijuana As An Alternative To Pharmaceuticals, Federally Funded Study From American Medical Association Shows

Most older adults who seek out marijuana do so to avoid negative effects associated with traditional pharmaceuticals or because they’ve exhausted other options to treat conditions like pain or sleep disorders, according to a new federally funded study released by the American Medical Association (AMA). The study, published in JAMA Network Open on Friday, examined the motivations that have driven older adults to become the fastest-growing demogra…

Cannabis use among seniors surges 46% in two years--Study reveals

Cannabis use among older Americans has climbed dramatically, with 7% of adults 65 and older now reporting recent use. This rise isn't just in numbers but also in diversity older users today are more likely to be women, college-educated, and higher-income. Researchers suggest legalization and growing social acceptance are contributing factors, especially in states with medical marijuana laws. The trend is especially notable among those with chron…

Federally Funded Study Explores Why More Older Adults Are Turning to Medicinal Cannabis - Hemp Gazette

Older adults are increasingly turning to medicinal cannabis for symptom management, often seeking alternatives to pharmaceuticals. A new study details the… The post Federally Funded Study Explores Why More Older Adults Are Turning to Medicinal Cannabis appeared first on Hemp Gazette.

The "Goldilocks" Choice: Why Older Adults are Turning to Cannabis

New research shows that seniors are turning to edible cannabis to manage pain and sleep, often choosing "Goldilocks" combination products based on advice from friends rather than doctors.