Medical Marijuana Used to Treat Anxiety Disorders in California CA
What does anxiety disorders mean?
They are a group of disorders that have various manifestations of anxiety such as obsessive- compulsive disorder, social anxiety disorder, acute stress disorder, generalized anxiety disorder and post-traumatic stress disorder. The symptoms include nausea, feelings of dread, diarrhea, irritability, restlessness, trouble staying asleep or sleeping, PTSD symptoms, difficulty in concentrating and edginess.
Anxiety disorders and medical marijuana in California
Anxiety disorders are a leading mental illness in the United States, affecting forty million adults in the U.S aged 18 years and above. Apart from interfering with daily functioning, they also become a financial burden. They cost U.S more than forty-two billion dollars. This is almost one-third of the total mental health expense.
Typical Anxiety Treatments in California CA
Medications which are usually used to treat the disorder include anti-anxiety drugs such as Ativan (Lorazepam), Valium (diazepam), Klonopin (clonazepam) and Xanax (alprazolam). There is also another group of medications known as serotonin agonists which have also been used to treat the condition. They include Zoloft (sertraline), Wellbutrin (bupropion), Prozac (fluoxetine) and Effexor (venlafaxine). Unfortunately, these medications have been reported to cause hazardous side effects that make them unattractive as a long-term answer for anxiety disorders.
California Medical Marijuana may Be A Treatment Alternative for You
Medical marijuana is a natural alternative that is quite affordable and does not have the side effects that are seen when using the medications usually used to treat the disorder. Medical marijuana has been used effectively on patients with anxiety disorders and success has been achieved. However, some patients have reported that medical marijuana increases their sense of anxiety. All the same, every patient is different. That is why it is essential to consult a qualified medical marijuana physician to help you determine if you can benefit from using medical marijuana before you start taking it.
If you are suffering from any anxiety disorder and would like to know if marijuana is a treatment option for you, book an appointment with a PureCann California medical marijuana doctor for a 420 evaluation today. California medical marijuana may be the medication that can help enhance your quality of life!
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