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Examines cannabis use motives and consequences in relation to use problem severity, suggesting unique dynamics at play.
Some findings were consistent with what would be expected based on the multistage model. However, results also suggest that positive reinforcement may continue to drive cannabis use among those with more severe CU problems which is not consistent with what would be expected based on the multistage model.
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