The Benefits of Cannabis for Veterans Suffering from PTSD

It's no secret that many veterans suffer from posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). In fact, it's estimated that as many as 20% of veterans who served in Iraq and Afghanistan have PTSD. Symptoms of PTSD can include everything from flashbacks and nightmares to anxiety and depression. Traditional treatments for PTSD, such as therapy and medication, don't work for everyone. However, an increasing number of veterans are finding relief from PTSD symptoms by using cannabis.

How Cannabis Helps Veterans with PTSD

Cannabis has been shown to be effective in treating a number of symptoms associated with PTSD, including:

Anxiety

Cannabis can help to reduce anxiety levels by promoting relaxation.

Depression

The use of cannabis can elevate mood and promote positive thinking.

Insomnia

Cannabis can help to induce sleep and improve the quality of sleep.

Pain

Cannabis is a natural painkiller and can help to alleviate the chronic pain that is often associated with PTSD.

Flashbacks and Nightmares

Research suggests that CBD, a compound found in cannabis, can help to reduce the frequency of flashbacks and nightmares.

Cannabis is a safe, natural alternative to traditional treatments for PTSD. It is non-addictive and does not have the negative side effects that some medications used to treat PTSD can cause. If you are a veteran suffering from PTSD, talk to your doctor about whether using cannabis might be right for you.

If you are not a veteran but suffer from PTSD, talk to your doctor about whether using cannabis might be right for you as well. You may be surprised at how much relief cannabis can provide.

If you are a veteran suffering from PTSD, or if you suffer from PTSD for any other reason, talk to your doctor about whether using cannabis might be right for you. Cannabis is a safe, natural alternative to traditional treatments for PTSD that has been shown to be effective in treating a number of symptoms associated with the disorder. Don't suffer in silence any longer - find out if cannabis could help you find relief from your symptoms.

"Cannabis has been shown time after time again in studies to be an effective treatment against the core symptoms of posttraumatic stress disorder."

-Dr. Peter Grinspoon