Latest scientific research on the use of Cannabis as a therapy for the treatment of pathologies and symptoms of chronic conditions related to mental illness.
Popular articles and medical publications about medicinal cannabis and the different elements such as cannabinoids, terpenes, flavonoids or interaction with drugs or substances.
Introduction to the Endocannabinoid System The endocannabinoid system (ECS) is a sophisticated cell-signaling network that plays a pivotal role in maintaining homeostasis within the body. Discovered in the early 1990s, the ECS is integral in regulating various physiological processes, including mood, memory, appetite, and pain perception. The ECS consists of three primary components: The ECS’s […]
Bipolar disorder is a frequently occurring psychiatric illness classified as an affective disorder. It is characterized by depressive and manic mood swings. There are either manic phases with an exaggerated euphoria, in which sufferers are euphoric, overactive or irritable, or depressive phases. Both phases can range in their degree of severity. Only in rare cases […]
A quarter of the population in Europe will experience depression at some point in their lifetime. For those with moderate to heavy depression, antidepressants may be necessary. Unfortunately, current medication doesn’t always improve symptoms and patients can be left without any further treatment options. Thus, the hunt is on for a new type of antidepressant […]
According to the WHO, depression is one of the most common mental illnesses. More than five million adult between 18 and 79 years of age suffer from a depressive disorder within one year (1). This number increases if children, adolescents, people over 79 years of age and people who do not seek medical treatment are […]
One of the biggest benefits of medical cannabis is its relaxing effects that it has on the consumer. Cannabidiol (CBD) is a cannabinoid that is very effective for treating anxiety, both circumstantial and chronic, as was explained previously in this post. Several studies completed in 2017 have highlighted new information regarding the use of medical […]
