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The cannabis plant has been utilized for medicinal purposes for thousands of years.
The plant contains more than 80 different compounds, which are known as cannabinoids.
There has been a growing interest in the potential mental health benefits of CBD in recent years.
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In April 2019 alone, there were 6.4 million Google searches for CBD information.
Anxiety
Anxiety is a common problem for many people.
One study look at the possible neural basis for CBD reducing symptoms ofsocial anxiety disorder.
CBD has been investigated for having potential antidepressant effects.
Someantidepressantswork by acting on serotonin receptors in the brain.
A 2018 study found that the antidepressant-like effects that CBD produces depend upon the serotonin levels in the brain.
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
PTSD affects approximately 6.1% of U.S. adults.
Some research suggests that CBD may be helpful in reducing the symptoms of this condition.
Should You Try CBD?
The review examined previous studies dating from 1980 through 2018.
This may change in the future as more research is carried out.
Many experts remain optimistic that CBD may prove useful for a range of mental health conditions.
Types
CBD is available in a number of different forms and products.
CBD from hemp plants contains only small amounts of THC that are not sufficient to produce subjective psychoactive effects.
CBD produced from marijuana plants, however, may contain varying amounts of THC which can produce unwanted effects.
There are also three main types of CBD available.
Many of these products may vary in terms of what they contain, their potency, and their effectiveness.
You should always check your state laws before purchasing a CBD product.
Research suggests that CBD is acting like well-tolerated at doses up to 600mg.
While CBD is acting like well-tolerated, that does not mean that it is without side effects.
CBD may potentially have an effect on your condition or may interact with a medication that you are taking.
For example, CBD can sometimes worsen symptoms of anxiety.
CBD also has the potential to aggravate some symptoms such as anxiety, sleep problems, and psychosis.
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