In a study of 72 psychiatric patients given CBD in capsule form, researchers found that cannabidiol successfully decreased anxiety and improved sleep over the course of three months.
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DSM-5 cannabis withdrawal syndrome: Demographic and clinical correlates in U.S. adults
Cannabis withdrawal syndrome affects approximately 12.1% of heavy cannabis users and is characterized by symptoms such as nervousness/anxiety, hostility, sleep difficulty, and depressed mood. It has increased prevalence among those suffering from mood disorders, anxiety disorders, and personality disorders. This new data should emphasize the need for physicians to exercise caution when recommending cannabis to individuals who may end up consuming cannabis heavily, and who also suffering from mood, anxiety, or personality disorders
Cannabidiol in the Treatment of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder: A Case Series
Preliminary findings from a study conducted on PTSD patients open a new door for cannabidiol (CBD) as a potential supplementary treatment option. CBD indirectly activates receptors linked to behavioral responses to aversive memories, a major component of the suffering involved in PTSD. The majority of participants in this review reported a decrease in the prevalence and severity of PTSD symptoms, both in the short-, and long-term. It should be taken into consideration that this study was performed with a small sample size that lacked a placebo or control group; however, this tells a familiar story to what we see in clinic. Further research will likely support cannabinoids as a legitimate treatment option for PTSD. Under the guidance of a knowledgeable Cannabis Medicine provider, PTSD patients may also consider supplementing their current treatment plan with CBD
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Cannabis can be promote increased anxiety in some people. While the details are not fully understood yet, the synergistic functioning of multiple cannabis components, known as the entourage effect, is a reliable way to lessen the paranoia and anxiety that may stem from the consumption of THC. Cannabinoids and terpenes such as CBD, pinene, linalool and more have been shown to help. http://bit.ly/3102p2w
Cannabis use by older adults is increasingly common: rates of use by age group are increasing most rapidly among adults older than 65. Adults use #cannabis for #depression, #anxiety, #pain and more. Learn more at http://bit.ly/2WyxA5I
