Table 3.

Differences in Parental Perceptions of Unlicensed CBD Products Based on CBD Administration to a Child

Survey Item	Uses CBD, median (IQR), n = 162	Does Not Use CBD, median (IQR), n = 356
Agreement: 1 = definitely yes, 5 = definitely not
Do you think it is safe to use CBD products in children?*	1 (1–2)	2 (2–3)
Are there risks associated with using CBD products in children*	3 (2–4)	3 (2–3)
Do you believe there is enough research and evidence to help you decide what CBD products you should use for your child?*	2 (1–2)	3 (2–4)
Do you think the CBD products available to you are well regulated by governing bodies?*	2 (1–3)	3 (2–4)
Which of the following options are most important for helping you determine a “good” quality CBD product: 1 = not at all important, 5 = extremely important
The product is made by a well-known manufacturer/brand	4 (3–5)	4 (3–5)
The product has been approved for US marketing	5 (3–5)	5 (4–5)
Packaging†	3 (2–4)	3 (2–4)
Price	4 (3–5)	4 (3–5)
Recommendation	4 (3–5)	4 (3–5)
Dosage form (e.g., tablet, capsule, gummy, oil, vape, pen)	5 (4–5)	4 (3–5)
Rate your perceived level of support by the following people in your life for using CBD products in children in your community: 1 = fully oppose, 5 = fully support
Family*	5 (3–5)	3 (2–5)
Friends*	5 (4–5)	4 (3–5)
Local community*	4 (3–5)	3 (2–4)
Religious leaders*	3 (2–4)	3 (1–3)

CBD, cannabidiol

* p < 0.001.

^† p = 0.024, viewed as more important by the CBD use group upon statistical analysis despite similar median and IQR.