The Effects of Chronic Pain and Stress: Cannabis Presented as an Alternative to Opioids

Authors

  • Natalie Friery The University of Alabama

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.12922/kmdvc557

Keywords:

Cognitive Decline, Cognitive Function, Cognitive Impairment, Medicinal Cannabis, Subjective Cognitive Decline, Mild Cognitive Impairment, Physical Activity, Activities of Daily Living, Chronic pain, Chronic Stress, Opioid Use, Opioid Risk, Opioid Addiction, Cannabis for Pain, Opioid Dependency

Abstract

Cognitive function refers to the mental processes involved in acquiring knowledge and understanding through thought, experience, and sensory perception. Cognitive function is vital for maintaining an independent life in older adults, and cognitive impairment disrupts their quality of life. Due to this, the need to maintain and improve cognitive function in older adults is vital. Subjective cognitive decline (SCD) is defined as self-reported cognitive decline in daily life and is a core criterion for the diagnosis of mild cognitive impairment (MCI). Studies have shown associations between SCD and various factors, including disease, activities of daily living (ADL), depression, and anxiety. SCD can negatively impact the health-related quality of life of older adults, making it an important issue. The prevalence of cognitive impairment is associated with poorer perceived health status, more severe depression, and lower physical and cognitive activity levels. Further, the effects of pain as well as the psychological distress that comes along with it is a factor that impacts cognitive functioning as well as quality of life, especially in the older adult population. To mediate these concerns, the use of cannabis for the treatment of pain as well as its detrimental effects on subjects’ emotional state of mind has been increasingly researched in recent years. 

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Published

2024-06-02

Issue

Vol. 12 No. 1 (2024): Journal of Sport and Human Performance

Section

Graduate Student Work

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