Willingness of pregnant and postpartum women who use marijuana and/or cannabidiol to participate with their offspring in long-term cohort studies: an exploratory study
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Summary
This summary is machine-generated.Pregnant and postpartum women using marijuana or cannabidiol are willing to join long-term studies if researchers build trust and ensure anonymity. Clear communication about data use and appropriate incentives are crucial for participation in maternal-child health research.
Area Of Science
- Reproductive Health
- Perinatal Research
- Cannabinoid Science
Background
- Marijuana and cannabinoid use is rising in reproductive-age women.
- Long-term effects of prenatal exposure on mother-infant dyads require further study.
- Recruiting and retaining substance-exposed women in longitudinal research presents challenges.
Purpose Of The Study
- To explore the willingness of pregnant and postpartum women using marijuana and/or cannabidiol to participate in long-term cohort studies with their offspring.
Main Methods
- Conducted 4 focus groups and 1 individual interview with 17 pregnant or postpartum women.
- Utilized an IRB-approved interview guide, audiotaped and transcribed all sessions.
- Employed deductive content analysis with consensus coding using Atlas.ti software.
Main Results
- Participants are willing to engage in long-term research if a trusting relationship with staff is established and anonymity is assured.
- Concerns about protection from negative consequences necessitate clear communication regarding data collection, access, and usage.
- Incentives are considered important, with participants offering diverse suggestions on type and frequency.
Conclusions
- Study protocols for marijuana/cannabinoid-exposed pregnant women must carefully consider participant concerns and needs.
- Building trust, ensuring anonymity, and transparent data handling are key to successful recruitment and retention.
- Tailored incentives can enhance participation in perinatal substance-use research.
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