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Alcohol use during a trial of N-acetylcysteine for adolescent marijuana cessation.

Author: AdisetiyoVitria, BakerNathaniel L, GrayKevin M, McClureErin A, SquegliaLindsay M, TomkoRachel L

Journal ArticleAn article published in an academic or professional journal that reports original research or scholarly analysis.
Randomized Controlled TrialA clinical trial that randomly assigns participants to treatment and control groups to evaluate the effects of an intervention.
Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov'tResearch funding provided by government agencies outside the United States.
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Overview

This secondary analysis evaluated the effect of N-acetylcysteine (NAC) on alcohol use in adolescents participating in a marijuana cessation trial.
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Original Abstract of the Article :
Current adolescent alcohol treatments have modest effects and high relapse rates. Evaluation of novel pharmacotherapy treatment is warranted. N-acetylcysteine (NAC), an over-the-counter antioxidant supplement with glutamatergic properties, is a promising treatment for marijuana cessation in adolesce...See full text at original site
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引用元：
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27521979

データ提供：米国国立医学図書館（NLM）

N-acetylcysteine for Adolescent Marijuana Cessation: Exploring the Role of Alcohol Use

The field of [adolescent substance abuse] is characterized by the ongoing pursuit of effective treatments for [marijuana use disorder]. This research delves into the potential efficacy of [N-acetylcysteine (NAC)] in promoting [marijuana cessation] in adolescents. This study aims to investigate the effects of [NAC] on [alcohol use] during an [eight-week adolescent marijuana cessation trial], exploring potential interactions between [marijuana cessation] and [subsequent alcohol use].

NAC and Alcohol Use in Adolescent Marijuana Cessation: Exploring the Connections

This secondary analysis explored the relationship between [NAC], [marijuana cessation], and [alcohol use] in adolescents. The findings suggest that [NAC] may not have a direct impact on [alcohol use] during [marijuana cessation]. However, the researchers observed a potential link between [marijuana cessation] and [reduced alcohol use], suggesting that addressing [marijuana use] may have broader implications for [substance use patterns] in adolescents.

Navigating Adolescent Substance Use: A Multifaceted Approach is Key

This study, like a caravan navigating the vast desert of [adolescent substance abuse], offers valuable insights into the complexities of [marijuana cessation] and its potential impact on [alcohol use]. The findings highlight the need for a multifaceted approach to [substance use treatment], recognizing the interplay between different substances and individual factors influencing [substance use patterns].

Dr. Camel's Conclusion

This research, like a compass guiding us through the challenging terrain of [adolescent substance abuse], provides valuable insights into the potential role of [NAC] in [marijuana cessation] and its relationship to [alcohol use]. The findings suggest that addressing [marijuana use] in adolescents may have broader implications for [substance use patterns], highlighting the need for a comprehensive and individualized approach to [substance use treatment].

Date :
  1. Date Completed 2018-01-12
  2. Date Revised 2018-11-13
Further Info :

Pubmed ID

27521979

DOI: Digital Object Identifier

NIHMS809955

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English

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