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Whole Plant Cannabis Targeted for Seizures Helped My Daughter Reduce Her Frequency of Seizures, as Objectively Documented on EEG Results advocacy anxiety autism cbd cbn neurological seizure testimonial May 06, 2024

Submitted by Tara B. from Agoura Hills/Malibu, California

My daughter was 21 years old when this story occurred a few years ago, residing in Agoura Hills/Malibu, California, which thankfully offers unencumbered access to Cannabis. Autism and epilepsy were diagnosed in 2005, causing seizures, tics, mood regulation issues, cyclical vomiting, sensory overload, irregular menstrual cycle (possible PCO...

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Cannabis for Autoimmune Lupus & Joint Pain anxiety autoimmune disease beta-caryophyllene cbd cbg cbn inflammation lupus pain testimonial thca Apr 01, 2024

 

I'm a 49-year-old professor, herbalist, and retired nurse residing in Southern Oregon. In 2012, after suffering a complex health collapse, my list of diagnoses included autoimmune Lupus. My symptoms of Lupus included chronic renal failure, fatigue, brain fog, with joint inflammation and pain.

 

My ability to function was severely impaired due to the severity of my symptoms

In 2013 my physici...

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Breaking Stigma: How a Nurse Practitioner Found Relief with Cannabis for Pain and Anxiety advocacy anxiety cbd cbda cbga depression insomnia pain testimonial thc thca Apr 01, 2024

 

I am 41 years old. I am from Amelia, Virginia currently reside in Greensboro, NC. I have been dealing with chronic pain and anxiety for over ten years.

 

My anxiety was the culprit for my chronic pain

The challenges I was facing were anxiety, depression, and insomnia which caused me to feel depressed, hopeless, sad, miserable, and in pain. The pain would start at the base of my skull and rad...

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THC Gave Me A New Life anxiety blood pressure insomnia pain sleep testimonial thc vaporization Mar 30, 2024

I am Buz L. 72 years Young! Living in North Florida using Cannabis as my medicine for 6 years.

 

Conditions and symptoms I treat with Cannabis are wide-ranging

Stemming from a history of multiple back surgeries due to childhood accidents—breaking three vertebrae in my neck at age 6 and three more in my lower back at 21.

My journey has been intertwined with challenges including anxiety, persist...

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Cannabis Helped Me Emerge Out of My Housebound Existence anxiety cbd cbda inflammation insomnia lyme disease migraines pain testimonial thc thca Mar 05, 2024

Submitted by Terese B. from Nelson, BC, Canada

 

I am 50 years old from Nelson, BC Canada. I took my first puff of Cannabis at age 36.

I have been living with chronic illnesses, including Lyme Disease, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and Multiple Chemical Sensitivities for the past 15 years.

 

I felt like I was hardly keeping it all together

I struggled daily with symptoms like insomnia, fatigue, f...

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Beyond the Uniform: Physical and Mental Well-Being After Service advocacy anxiety depression ptsd Feb 06, 2024

By Dr. Demetria Bates, DNP, FNP-BC, CCE, and Health Coach

 

The transition from military service to civilian life marks a profound chapter in the lives of veterans. This shift in life is filled with unique challenges and opportunities to start anew in a world they have fought to keep safe.

When soldiers depart from service, most are diagnosed with mental conditions such as post-traumatic stress...

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Exploring Medical Cannabis: Navigating Stigma and Advocacy advocacy anxiety depression ptsd stigma Dec 02, 2023

Host: Debi Wimberley - Founder of the Effective Cannabis Newsletter with Guest Alex Mitchell, Integrative Life and Cannabis Coach

 

Debi and Alex, certified Cannabis educators, have an open and frank conversation to shed light on the intricacies of navigating societal stigmas surrounding Cannabis, the importance of self-advocacy, and the broader implications for healthcare professionals, educ...

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Dispelling Myths: Why CBD Alone Isn't the Whole Picture for Wellness advocacy alpha-pinene anxiety cannabinoids cbd cbda cbg depression inflammation limonene linalool neuroprotective pain seniors stigma terpenes thc thca Nov 29, 2023

By John Malanca Cannabis Advocate and Educator

 

There is a stubborn stigma surrounding Cannabis and it no longer is simply that Cannabis has no merit or is an entrance drug, but that the non-intoxicating cannabinoid, CBD, is ALL you need for health, wellness, and other ailments which is not totally true.

While CBD is a wonderful, major cannabinoid and something I take daily, other cannabinoids...

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Cannabis Stigma Leads To Isolation and Increased Risk of Harm In High-Needs Medical Patients advocacy anxiety ecs endocannabinoid system (ecs) stigma Nov 29, 2023

By Miyabe Shields, Ph.D.

 

The first time I inhaled that sweet cheeba was the first time I felt like my life could possibly, just maybe, with a lot of effort (and with a lot of weed), be doable. The quieting of my mind, the warmth from laughing until I cried, and the way the In N’ Out fries exploded in my cheeks left a lasting impression. But paired with that joyous experience was the gut-clench...

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Cannabis Improved My Overall Wellness in My Journey From Suicidal Ideation to Actively Participating in Life's Challenges anxiety cbd depression pain testimonial thc Sep 07, 2023

Submitted by Bryan C. from Sioux Lookout, Ontario, Canada

THC, CBD and all related cannabinoids have greatly improved my overall wellness. I currently suffer severe anxiety from clinical depression as well as a herniated disk in my lower spine which will be surgically addressed soon.

 

It is wonderful to be alive

Cannabis improved my overall wellness in my journey from suicidal ideation to act...

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Cannabis Reality: Pill Reduction with Dr. Blair anxiety cannabinoids ecs ptsd Sep 05, 2023

Robert Head and Dr. Phillip Blair Discuss Medical Cannabis and The Effects on The Body To Enable Significantly Reducing Pills

Shared with the generous permission of Hemp for Victory. 

In the latest episode of Cannabis Reality, we have a conversation with Dr. Philip Blair, who holds a degree from West Point and has retired from the Army as a Colonel. Dr. Blair has spent a decade researching th...

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From Anxiety to Multiple Sclerosis Cannabis Reshaped My Life! anxiety bipolar depression multiple sclerosis (ms) ptsd seizure suicide Sep 04, 2023

Submitted by Mandy K. from Pennsylvania

I'm 37 years old. I'm From Pennsylvania. I've been dealing with PTSD, anxiety, depression, thoughts of suicide, bipolar, and multiple sclerosis.

 

The things I was dealing with when I started Cannabis were all mental issues

Depression that was so unreal I'd stay in bed for days at a time. I was anxious and could never relax; always felt as if something t...

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