Motives for Cannabis Use and Readiness to Change Among Users of the “Stop-Cannabis” Mobile App: Cluster Analysis
This research highlights that while motives for cannabis use are varied and individually nuanced, distinct subgroups can be identified, each with specific challenges. The findings align with previous research emphasizing the importance of coping motives in behavior change. Tailoring app content to reflect the unique profiles and needs of each subgroup may improve intervention outcomes. For instance, SCU and ICU may benefit from strategies targeting emotion regulation and alternative coping mechanisms, whereas ESU may respond better to brief motivational feedback and harm reduction strategies. Such tailored approaches can enhance the effectiveness of digital tools in promoting meaningful and long-term behavior change.
Authors
- Germano Vera Cruz (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-8297-6933)
- Yasser Khazaal (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-8549-6599)
- Elise Dan‐Glauser (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-1715-4650)
- Stéphane Potvin (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1624-378X)
- Jean‐François Etter (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-1426-3157)
- Lucien Rochat (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-9992-2720)
- Tania Lecomte (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0340-3759)
- Stéphane Rothen (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-3891-277X)
- Milena Wegener
- Marissa Sjöblom
Institutions
- University of Geneva (CH)
- Institut Universitaire en Santé Mentale de Québec (CA)
- Université de Picardie Jules Verne (FR)
- Université de Montréal (CA)
- University of Lausanne (CH)
Publication Details
- Journal
- JMIR Formative Research
- Published
- 2025-10-03
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.2196/70849
- Citations
- 1
- Primary Topic
- Cannabis and Cannabinoid Research
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 1.39