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22% of Young Adults Rely on Cannabis, Alcohol for Sleep
10/21/2025
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Story summary
- University of Michigan researchers found that more than 22% of United States young adults use cannabis or alcohol to aid sleep, including 18% for cannabis and 7% for alcohol.
- The study notes cannabis or alcohol can help initiate sleep, but regular use may disrupt sleep quality and lead to dependency.
- Researchers urge healthcare providers to recognize the prevalence and discuss healthier sleep management strategies with young adults.
