Feasibility of Momentary Sampling Assessment of Cannabis Use in Adolescents and Young Adults

Abstract

This study examines the feasibility of recruiting and retaining adolescents and young adults with frequent cannabis use for a 2-week momentary sampling study of cannabis use. Participants responded to random signals on a handheld computer with reports of their use. Participants also initiated reports pre- and post-cannabis use. Participants had high rates of completion (93%) and response to signals (74%) and low study burden. Cannabis use influenced the validity of the data (p < .05). These findings highlight the feasibility of recruiting and retaining adolescent/young adult cannabis users in a momentary sampling study. Data validity may be affected by substance use.

Keywords:

• adolescents
• cannabis
• feasibility
• momentary sampling

Notes

Note. N = 14. All values represent raw, nonstandardized scores ranging from 0 “Not at All” to 3 “Extremely.” Items 6 and 7 were reverse coded.

Note. Momentary sampling (MS) data presented. All data presented as mean (standard deviation).

*p < .05.

Note. N = 14.

Note. N = 14. Participants were able to select multiple response options.