Are You Reading What I'm Reading?: Intersectionality of Race and Gender Is Associated with Differential Item Functioning of DSM-5 Cannabis Use Disorder Criteria

This study examined intersectionality in psychometric properties of DSM-5 cannabis use assessment items, using item response theory. In most gendered racial groups, item endorsement was greater with more severe cannabis use. In contrast, Black, Non-Hispanic females with low underlying cannabis use were more likely to endorse risk and life impairments.