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systematic review in 2020 on the role of CBD in mental health, it analyzed 23 studies and found that CBD and CBD-containing compounds were helpful in alleviating psychiatric symptoms and cognitive impairment in patients with a variety of conditions. CBD was moderately recommended to relieve symptoms of social anxiety, autism spectrum, and attention deficit hyperactivity.
Educating my patients on the difference between hemp and marijuana has been very important due to the abundance of misinformation and people just not understanding the distinction. Hemp and marijuana are 2 different sisters of the cannabis plant. One of the major differences between hemp and marijuana is that hemp has large concentrations of CBD and low concentrations of THC, and by definition contains less than .3% THC. As a result, CBD is not “psychoactive” and does not give you the “euphoric” feeling that is commonly associated with THC (marijuana use). The methods of CBD use include tincture drops that are placed underneath the tongue and swallowed, gummies that are eaten, and vape pens that heat the CBD oil and are inhaled to provide the quickest delivery system; especially beneficial for use with panic attacks and acute stress.