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1 in 5 caregivers treat their autistic children with CBD, survey finds

The Cannigma

One in five caregivers of children with autism give them CBD as a form of treatment, and 31% started CBD treatment during the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a new survey from Autism Parenting Magazine. The survey was carried out by emails sent to the magazine’s subscribers. The magazine also noted that only 7.4%

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Let’s Explore These Therapeutic Drugs That Were Accidental Discoveries

Veriheal

This was the birth of the world’s first sleeping pill. Discover Magazine described the first antidepressant, iproniazid, as a “psychic energizer”. The substance was first synthesized for the treatment of tuberculosis but they found that the patients were exhibiting euphoric and hyperactive behavior. Heart Pacemaker.

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8 famous people you didn’t know were cannabis patients

The Cannigma

He also made a point of noting that while the cannabis creams and spray he uses have reduced stiffness and pain in his hands, and have helped him sleep – they do not get him high. But Tommy Chong’s use of cannabis as a personal medical treatment is far less widely known. People think I must be getting high all the time.

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Heritage Cannabis and Opticann Announce Exclusive Partnership with C.A.R.P

Cannabis Law Report

affiliate ZoomerMedia’s TV, radio, print, and digital channels including VisionTV, The New Classical FM, Zoomer Radio, and Zoomer Magazine. Understanding the utility of medical cannabis is increasingly important to older Canadians for the treatment of conditions including chronic pain, anxiety and lack of sleep. Most C.A.R.P.

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Benefits of Cannabis for Alzheimer’s disease

Alchimia

Although a balanced nutrition – and regular brain stimulation – can have protective and preventive effects , we still don’t have any effective treatment for Alzheimer’s disease once it is active. Finally, cannabinoids improve mood, appetite and sleep while reducing stress, anxiety and agressiveness.

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The Epidiolex Effect: Will Other CBD Drugs Receive FDA and DEA Approval?

Freedom Leaf

Epidiolex may only currently be approved by the FDA for treating childhood epilepsy , but there are many other potential uses for CBD medicines, such as in the treatment of substance abuse disorders including opioid use disorders. If you enjoyed this Freedom Leaf article, subscribe to the magazine today! PROJECT CBD’S MARTIN A.

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AAFP ( American Academy of Family Physicians) Releases Marijuana, Cannabinoids Position Paper

Cannabis Law Report

The AAFP urges its members to be involved in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of substance use, as well as secondary diseases impacted or caused by use. The AAFP recognizes the benefits of intervention and treatment for the recreational use of marijuana, in lieu of incarceration, for all individuals, including youth.