A recent industry-backed survey reveals that 16% of U.S. adults use cannabis to aid sleep, making it a more popular choice than prescription sleep aids (12%) and alcohol (11%). However, it remains less common than supplements (26%) and over-the-counter (OTC) sleep aids (19%).
Conducted by The Harris Poll for Green Thumb Industries, the survey highlights that nearly 8 in 10 adults (79%) experience sleep disturbances, with 58% turning to substances like cannabis to help. The survey included cannabis and CBD products, with 16% of participants reporting cannabis use and 10% using CBD alone or with melatonin.
Men were more likely than women to use cannabis for sleep, especially among those aged 35 to 44. Lower-income individuals (below $50,000) were also more likely to use cannabis for sleep, compared to their higher-income counterparts who leaned more on supplements and OTC aids.
Parents, particularly those with children under 18, were more likely to use cannabis for sleep, with 20% of parents using cannabis compared to 14% of non-parents. Regionally, cannabis use for sleep was most common in the West (20%) and Northeast (19%).
Green Thumb CEO Ben Kovler emphasized that many Americans are turning to cannabis for relaxation and sleep. The company’s “Snoozzzeberry” line of infused gummies and chocolate bars targets these needs, combining cannabinoids such as THC, CBD, CBN, and CBG for better sleep support.
As cannabis use for sleep continues to rise, it is becoming an increasingly popular alternative to traditional sleep aids, with studies supporting its benefits for better sleep quality and overall well-being.
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