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Anti-Anxiety Medications

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CBD: Precautions & Drug Interactions

Pure CBD appears to have a better safety profile than that of THC-CBD mixtures with high THC content. CBD may interact with numerous medications including enhancing their sedating effects. In animals, high doses of CBD have caused negative effects on developing fetuses, including on the reproductive organs of male children. Continue reading

How Safe are Cannabinoids?

While CBD “seems to be well tolerated” when taken orally with serious side effects being rare, the scientific literature does not speak with one voice on the safety of THC, taken either alone or in combination with CBD. About one out of five people may experience side effects of combination-products. Continue reading

Are cannabinoids effective for anxiety?

There’s not enough evidence to conclude that cannabinoid mixtures containing both CBD and THC are effective for the range of anxiety disorders. But the research for CBD and social anxiety is rising. The risks rise with any cannabinoid product containing THC as its dose rises. Continue reading

Who Benefits Most from Melatonin Supplements?

Melatonin supplementation can provide meaningful benefits for individuals with lowered natural melatonin levels such as night workers and the elderly. It is also beneficial for treating delayed sleep phase—shifting the sleep clock of night owls. Continue reading

Talk Therapy Changes the Brain with Lasting Benefits

CBT was found to reduce the size of over-active amygdalas, in people with social anxiety. CBT was also found to reduce amygdala overactivation. The researchers postulated that reduction in both the size and overactivation of the amygdala resulted in decreased reactivity to anxiety-provoking situations, explaining how CBT reduces social anxiety. Continue reading

Supplements vs. Pharmaceuticals for Anxiety & Depression: The Pros & Cons

Just like drugs, some supplements can be beneficial and carry very little risk. Others may not carry much risk, but may not be that beneficial. And then there’s everything in between. The conclusion of this article contains links to articles on popular supplements for anxiety and depression. Continue reading