Depression

Depression is more than just a low mood – it’s a serious medical illness that  Depression causes feelings of sadness and/or a loss of interest in activities once enjoyed. Depression can lead to emotional and physical problems and can decrease the ability to function.

Estimates of 5-10% of all people suffer with depression, and rates are highest for young adults and women. Depression is a risk factor for suicide and threats must be taken seriously. Treatment includes pharmaceuticals and cognitive behavioral therapy.

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Mental Health & Cannabis

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Mental Health & Cannabis

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Symptoms

How Cannabis Can Help

CB1 activation is critical for mental health, and the ability to feel good, healthy, motivated, not negative. CB1 receptors in the prefrontal cortex, amygdala, hippocampus struggle when there are deficiencies in Anandamide. CB1 activation by Anandamide and THC and soothes pain, stimulates joy, and boosts neurotransmitter signaling for dopamine, serotonin, norepinephrine, opioid, and reward pathways.
CB2 activation clears neuroinflammation, boosted by CBD, CBG.

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