Does CBD oil help you with your depression and/or anxiety?

Posted by lalyfa @lalyfa, Feb 24, 2018

I am curious to know if anyone has had success with CBD or Hemp oil helping with depression/anxiety? I’ve been reading a lot about it and am curious.
I've been reading about this and am very interested but would like thoughts/opinions from anyone who has actually tried it or knows someone who has. TIA

Thank you,
Laura

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falon | @falon | Mar 5, 2019

I took CBD oil for anxiety and it didn't do anything for my anxiety, but everybody's different. I feel there is no harm in trying it. Good luck to you!

wigreenthumb | @wigreenthumb | Mar 19, 2019

In reply to @stressedmesseddepressed "Oh, and as one ages, for good sleep especially, a good brand of Melatonin - 1..." + (show)

Tried melatonin when I was in my 40's, and now again in my 60's. For me, melatonin creates insomnia!

sirgalahad | @sirgalahad | Mar 19, 2019

In reply to @wigreenthumb "Tried melatonin when I was in my 40's, and now again in my 60's. For me,..." + (show)

chat to doctor to see an alternative

granny55 | @granny55 | Mar 19, 2019

In reply to @gailb "@lalyfa Welcome to Mayo Connect. I am a Volunteer Mentor and not a medical professional. As..." + (show)

@gailb

@lalyfa

Welcome to Mayo Connect. I am a Volunteer Mentor and not a medical professional. As such I can offer the benefit of my personal experience, as can others on this site, but not medical diagnoses nor medical opinions. We strive to help each other with the understanding that we are all different and what works for me may not work for you. I have gotten so much good from participating in Mayo Connect that I love it.

Yes, I have used CBD tincture and CBD Living Water for anxiety. I haven't used it for depression as I already take an antidepressant. It doesn't seem to interfere with my Citalopram.

I decided to try CBD when I was withdrawing from Tramadol, a synthetic opiate I had been taking for pain (with 2 other medications) for over a year. As I began slowly reducing my use, I experienced a lot of anxiety and muscle tremors in my legs especially. I know that using a marijuana medication meant that my pain doctor would not prescribe for me again, but I was getting off the pain medications one by one anyway, so I don't care.

The CBD Living Water was my favorite as it just was like drinking bottled water and was immediately available in my system. Within a few minutes of drinking one serving, my anxiety began reducing. It was so benign that I thought perhaps it was just my own thoughts that were calming me down--my belief that it would help. So, I bought the CBD tincture as kind of a test to see if I reacted the same. The next time I was having withdrawal anxiety I used the CBD Tincture. I didn't realize at that time that it can take up to 2+ hours to have effect when you take the tincture, but that was actually good for my test purposes. My anxiety continued for another hour until slowly the tincture began taking effect. I decided then that the CBD Living Water worked best for my anxiety.

CBD Living Water is expensive at $5.00 per bottle with 2 servings. It has no flavor (the tincture had a sweet weird flavor I didn't like) and is easy to drink. I only used 4 bottles to help me through my withdrawal. I don't use it now, but I will if I have anxiety in the future. I am impressed with how helpful it was in my withdrawal. I think it would help in withdrawal from cigarettes too. I did that 34 years ago though.

Are you willing to share what you're anxiety is about? I had panic and anxiety attacks for years and used Ativan and later Lorazepam for them, especially when I had to fly in planes. About 6 years ago I started taking Citalopram antidepressant, and all my anxiety/panic attacks went away. I only had it again recently during my withdrawal process. I know my relief from anxiety is from the Citalopram. I even did 7 zip lines in Costa Rica a little over a year ago. My flights there, to Panama and back were anxiety free. That has been so incredible for me! I love traveling now.

Please let me know if you have questions,. I also hope others on Mayo Connect will let you know their experiences with CBD and Marijuana as medical alternative treatments.

Gail B
Volunteer Mentor

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Hi Gail, I recently started on citalopram for anxiety and it seems to be helping. How long before it becomes 100 percent effective. I was having difficulty with sleep before starting citalopram, waking up several times throughout the night going to the bathroom. I started on 10 mg and just went to 20 mg 2-3 weeks ago. What dose are you on and does it help with sleep? Thank you

sirgalahad | @sirgalahad | Mar 19, 2019

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thanks gingerw how ru

rascal1 | @rascal1 | Mar 19, 2019

Has anyone tried essential oils like Frankincense or lavender for anxiety . I am on 3 pharmaceutical drugs I am trying to wean from. Klonopin, Effecor and Remeron.
I also heard from Utube series on Anxuety and Depressio to take Lithium Orotate .
Thank you

sirgalahad | @sirgalahad | Mar 19, 2019

In reply to @rascal1 "Has anyone tried essential oils like Frankincense or lavender for anxiety . I am on 3..." + (show)

iuse regularly on my pillow each night to help me sleep and not doing the would ofs couldofs all night .I also use it as essential oils in a diffuser

Ginger, Volunteer Mentor | @gingerw | Mar 20, 2019

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@sirgalahad Thank you for asking. I am grateful for each day to be here. Some days are a real struggle physically and mentally, other days they seem to go easier. Right now I am doing a lot to keep busy and have to back off on some of my commitments. When I look at the calendar and see so much going on I know I may be trying to run away from something and not focus on things that need attention. It's like I've set myself up for failure in a way but nothing tremendous. I'm glad to have that insight to look at it but it is just it disappoints me, too. Seems I haven't learned all my lessons yet. You're right about essential oils - the sense of smell is so powerful.
Ginger

rascal1 | @rascal1 | Mar 20, 2019

In reply to @stressedmesseddepressed "Sure, I take these - 1) NutraLife Kosher - The Original SAMe 400 Mg - 60..." + (show)

nolongerstressedmesseddepressed

Have you found a CBT oil that is good? Thanks for all your worthwhile information!

Lisa Lucier, Moderator | @lisalucier | Mar 20, 2019

In reply to @rascal1 "nolongerstressedmesseddepressed Have you found a CBT oil that is good? Thanks for all your worthwhile information!" + (show)

Hi, @rascal1 - I believe your question was for @stressedmesseddepressed, so wanted to ensure this member got your tag.

@stressedmesseddepressed - how are you feeling these days?

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