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Study: Cannabis Safe and Effective in Fibromyalgia Patients

NORML

The administration of herbal cannabis is safe and effective in patients diagnosed with fibromyalgia, according to clinical data published this month in the Journal of Clinical Medicine. Israeli investigators assessed the use of cannabis over a six-month period in 211 patients with the disease.

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Significant Decrease in Mental Health Treatment Seen in States With Legal Cannabis

Veriheal

States legalizing recreational cannabis are seeing an unexpected and significant decrease in mental health treatment admissions. Ortega’s research meticulously analyzed data from ten states where adult-use cannabis has become legal. This downward trend did not apply to a specific demographic.

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Treating PTSD with Cannabis

MMJ Recs

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a multifaceted mental health condition triggered by experiencing or witnessing traumatic events, persistently manifesting in symptoms like flashbacks, severe anxiety, and disrupted sleep. Research suggests that cannabinoids may modulate these processes, potentially offering relief from PTSD symptoms.

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Clinical Trial: Cannabinoid Administration Via a Metered-Dose Inhaler Is Safe and Effective for Chronic Pain Patients

NORML

The delivery of precise doses of THC via an inhaler is associated with pain mitigation in patients with neuropathy and other complex pain conditions, according to clinical trial data published in the European Journal of Pain. Adverse events were mostly mild and resolved spontaneously.

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Medical Marijuana Offers Hope for Treatment of PTSD

FloridaMarijuana.net

Living with PTSD, no matter the underlying cause of the trauma, can be extremely difficult for patients and their loved ones. The stress that results from traumatic events precipitates a spectrum of psycho-emotional and physiopathological outcomes. Trauma is common in women; five out of ten women experience a traumatic event.

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Depression and the Potential Therapeutic Effects of Medical Cannabis

United Patients Group

In this day and age, the use of medical cannabis is no longer a fringe idea. The world of medicine is ever-evolving, and medical cannabis is part of that evolution. Let’s journey together into the promising world of medical cannabis and its potential for mental health treatment.

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Trouble Sleeping: Cannabis for Insomnia Relief

MMJ Recs

Many patients are turning to cannabis for insomnia relief, seeking its potential to improve sleep quality and duration. Medical marijuana is a potential treatment for insomnia, and it offers an alternative to traditional pharmaceuticals. Chronic insomnia often requires a more comprehensive treatment approach.

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