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Recent PTSD Research Advancements Involving Medical Cannabis Recent research surrounding cannabis as a therapy for Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) reveals promising new findings for sufferers and their families. Historically, the most commonly studied medication for treating PTSD has been antidepressants, which may help control symptoms of sadness, worry, anger, and numbness. However, they don’t always work for …
How cannabis interacts in the brain is quite possibly one of the most fascinating aspects of modern science. What we’re learning (and un-learning) about medical marijuana’s effects on the brain are worth taking some time to review: How Cannabis Works in the Brain The human body naturally produces compounds called endocannabinoids that are similar to …
Recent Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) research has exponentially grown the collective knowledge of how we may better approach treating those who suffer with those medical conditions. If you or a loved one suffers from PTSD, it might be worth considering some of these new options. PTSD: The Memory of Fear We all experience fearful events …
Each May, we observe Mental Health Awareness month. Now more than ever, it’s a good time to check in with yourself and your loved ones to evaluate your current state of emotional well-being. If you’re experiencing more trouble than normal managing your mental health, perhaps it’s time to consider a new therapy. The terms “treatment” …
Cannabis and its relationship to sleep continues to be an area of focused interest for researchers. Cannabinoids appear to improve sleep in some cases, but not others. This leaves patients who struggle with insomnia to wonder if medical marijuana could help them sleep better. Though sleep needs vary depending on genetics, most adults still fall …
Many patients are surprised to learn that company rules surrounding the testing for cannabis at the workplace have changed in recent years. While some types of employment may forever be off-limits to medical marijuana patients, new options abound for those who may be in the market for a new job. Employers have a valid safety …
More than 75 percent of Americans report stress in their lives. The normal worry, fear, anger and sadness we experience that lead to a stress response is usually healthy… until these symptoms interfere with other areas of your life, such as your job, health, or finances. Especially when suffering from conditions such as Post Traumatic Stress Disorder …
As the U.S. considers various efforts to legalize cannabis nationally, Ohio has recently put forth a variety of efforts to expand access to more citizens who could potentially benefit from the plant. The Ohio Medical Marijuana Program enacted several important measures late last year to make it easier for patients to access both physicians in the program …
Telemedicine connects patients with doctors to receive prompt online-based medical care. This service can certainly be efficient and convenient for many patients whose busy lives make it hard to get in to see a doctor in person. But telemedicine can be downright life-saving for others, especially those who are immunocompromised or live in rural farming …
**Warning: This article contents content that may be triggering for some readers** The topic of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) among our military service members often pops up in news media around Veterans Day. This November, the latest of several important studies confirms what many veterans already report: that cannabis can aid in treating PTSD. Why Do …
