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Does CBD oil help you with your depression and/or anxiety?
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Regarding weaning off psychiatric medications and using CBD as a substitute. Please remember that everyone's body chemistry is different and also physical and mental situation. My son who has autism has so far been successful getting off guanfacine and clonazepam and is doing better with less anxiety with the CBD. l am concerned that as I lower the psychiatric medications , will increasing the CBD be enough to counter his anxiety which can lead to behaviors and more irritability?? . My advice - consult with your MD (Keeping in mind that many MD;s are not at all familiar with CBD and therefore may be very negative in recommending it). I saw a nurse practitioner who was familiar with making recommendations on this. To find a reputable CBD company, I went to a reputable marijuana dispensary and consulted with them. To find a reputable dispensary I searched on internet and also word of mouth. Generally speaking most MD;s won't know which CBD brand and dosing to recommend unless they are experienced with it. California recently approved recreational use and we are seeing a multitude of companies making all types of products, can be very confusing. It is important to find a brand that has a good lab and consistency but marijuana is a plant and so I suppose it might be harder to assure consistency in comparison to a pharmaceutical that is artificially made. I feel like it is the wild west but eventually CBD will be researched further and become mainstream INMHO. Meanwhile, I am having success with my son regarding reduced irriitibility and anxiety which has resulted in less problematic behaviors and I believe he is happier as well.
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Hello, @stephanieann , how happy it makes this mama heart to hear such a good report regarding your precious son and his dealing with anxiety and depression. Mamacita here, Volunteer mentor for Mayo Clinic Connect. I can usually be found either in the Chronic Pain groups, Fibromyalgia discussions, or Autism sites. I was diagnosed later in life as on the Spectrum, having been misdiagnosed all my life. I do Have ADHD as well as Depression and Anxiety issues that I deal with regularly. I consider myself to be an optimist, having learned a few things in my search to find answers. Anxiety is a real issue for those on the Spectrum. I was in denial for so many years. I did not want to admit to myself that I suffered from anxiety. But it can be helped. I learned that my hearing is off the charts. So, now I have these noise reducing ear plugs that are perfect. As a child of the sixties, I must admit that I was reluctant to jump on board the CBD Bandwagon. It is still illegal in my state, unless one has a medical card from one's physician. Patients and medical practitioners alike are increasingly aware of the benefits of CBD oil. It does not give one a "high." it relieves symptoms that are disabling. I am so glad he is more relaxed and happy. You are giving him every opportunity to learn and to just be a kid. Many parents could take a lesson from you in advocating for your son. I hope we get a chance to connect later on, so that we can hear more about his improvements. Mamacita
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I totally agree with you @stepanieann, Anyone who takes mind-altering drugs need to consider so many things, even age, weight, other meds, and any and all other conditions. BTW this is a very short list. I found my dispensary by googling compassion centers in my state. That's what they are are called here. The people who work there are all well trained. But before you look make sure that your doctor ok's them. On-line stores and pop-up businesses will sell you their oldest child if it makes money. I would exhaust your home centers before going on line. Please be very careful.