CBD Use Is Common on College Campuses, New Research Shows

(HealthDay News) CBD products are fast becoming a common part of college life, with nearly half of students saying they’ve tried them at least once, according to new research from the University of Georgia.

A survey of more than 4,100 undergraduates revealed that 48% had used CBD, often in social settings with friends. More than 29% said they use CBD monthly or more, mainly to cope with anxiety, stress and sleep problems.

The findings were recently published in the Journal of Substance Use.

“People look back on college as a time of fun and freedom, and we sort of forget the anxiety that can come with it,” said lead author Jennie Pless, a doctoral student in social work at the university.

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