Aloha - Right on all accounts. I for sure was a child in the 60s!! This is my opinion - very subject to being fallible. I dont think we should put THC into the category of recreational. Both THC and CBD have their roles in the medicinal world. On recommendations in Florida we have it broken down for Medical Marajuana (high THC) / Low THC =CBD.

This info is meant to build upon your great points!!!

Of course it is the terpenes / terpenoids that do the work. Most of us already use terpenes in our daily lives and don’t realize it - mostly for aromas and flavoring. They are not in amounts that should effect you because of the small concentrations. It is when we get into larger amounts when the medicinal aspects can become apparent.

Here is a little more info on terpenes - https://www.trulieve.com/discover/blog/what-are-terpenoids-and-why-are-they-crucial-to-the-effects-of-cannabis
This site gives a listing of well known / widely used terpenes - their common uses and what they can provide medicinally.

You are right - there are many things to be taken into consideration. For instance - do you want / need a hybrid? Then you would have to decide if you want an even indica / Sativa hybrid, an indica leaning hybrid or a sativa dominant hybrid. If you dont want a hybrid - then choose either a Sativa or indica. Also you can choose from ratio products ( i,e, a ratio of 5 parts CBD to 1 part THC for a 5:3 ratio). Then move on to the strains. Most people associate sativa with daytime in mind. Most associate indica for evening / night time (not a one size fits all statement).

All of the above are reasons it is imperative that you work with a good medical marijuana doctor. One that will take the time to review your medial history to make recommendations and help choose ratio products, hybrid products, sativa or indica which might be best for you.

Like other meds - you will have to try a few different products to find what works best for you. Many people find that they will use a few products - like one for daytime, one for evening and one for bedtime.

Another good site for specific strain information and some educational materials. http://Www.all bud.com

I just realized i went way too deep - but maybe someone will find this entertaining 🙂