PRIMARY STUDY

Medicinal cannabis in children and adolescents with autism spectrum disorder: A scoping review

Key Findings:  The authors conclude that while medicinal cannabis in pediatric patients diagnosed with ASD are often presented as positive the actual scientific evidence is limited.

Type of Study:  Meta-analysis

Study Result:  Positive

Research Location(s):  Canada

Year of Pub:  2022


Cannabinoids Studied:  Cannabinoid (unspecified)

Phytocannabinoid Source:  Unspecified




Citation:  Fletcher S, et al. Medicinal cannabis in children and adolescents with autism spectrum disorder: A scoping review. Child Care Health Dev. 2022; 48:33-44. doi: 10.1111/cch.12909

Authors:  Fletcher S, Pawliuk C, Ip A, Huh L, Rassekh SR, Oberlander TF, Siden H