{"id":28671,"date":"2021-09-29T14:22:38","date_gmt":"2021-09-29T12:22:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/hempika.com\/?p=28671"},"modified":"2024-12-18T13:25:51","modified_gmt":"2024-12-18T12:25:51","slug":"cbd-for-anxiety","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/hempika.com\/en\/cbd-for-anxiety\/","title":{"rendered":"Does CBD help anxiety? Here are the facts"},"content":{"rendered":"

Between 2005 and 2015 alone the number of people living with anxiety increased almost 15%, with around 300 million suffering from the condition. Then came Covid, which has hit the mental health of every generation even harder worldwide.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Results of a recent study<\/a> in the UK alone showed 64% of participants reporting symptoms of depression and 57% reporting symptoms of anxiety, figures significantly higher than in previous years.<\/p>\n

Though scientists have researched CBD for almost half of a century, it\u2019s only in the past decade the benefits of CBD for anxiety have truly begun to be recognised and help fund even more studies.<\/p>\n

Did you know that less than 50% of those who have anxiety seek help<\/strong>? As awareness begins to grow, more are turning to CBD for helping anxiety. In this article, you’ll find out all about anxiety as we outline the different types, the current research, and answer the question \u2018is CBD good for anxiety?\u2019.<\/p>\n

What is CBD<\/h2>\n

CBD (cannabidiol)<\/a> is a natural compound that can be extracted from hemp and cannabis plants which is being tested as an alternative to often dangerous anxiety medication.<\/p>\n

Our bodies have natural receptors that interact with a number of these chemicals through our endocannabinoid system (ECS).<\/p>\n

Unlike THC, CBD is a non-psychoactive compound, and it works with the body to bring a bounty of beneficial effects. It is most commonly taken by CBD oils, pastes, vapes, creams, and edibles.<\/p>\n

What is anxiety?<\/h2>\n

A lot falls under anxiety, but it generally relates to feelings of unease and fear that can range from mild to severe. It can be brought on by many things, from an anxiety hangover to anxiety in relationships, but it especially relates to fear about future events.<\/p>\n

Experts say it\u2019s a primitive fight or flight response that releases stress hormones that can have many knock-on of effects.<\/p>\n

Anxiety is related to panic attacks, chest pain, depression, night sweats, and many more symptoms<\/strong> which you\u2019ll soon see below.<\/p>\n

The mental health debate has taken off in recent years, especially among younger people, and more look at mental and physical health as both equal and related.<\/p>\n

We now understand that anxiety is in many cases accompanied by physical symptoms such as muscular tension, restlessness, and fatigue. Today, CBD is being used for helping anxiety by treating both the physical and mental symptoms<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

What are the symptoms of anxiety?<\/h2>\n

Everyone can experience different symptoms of anxiety, but our body shows clear signs even if we want to try and hide them. For one person it might be an anxiety headache that makes it hard to focus, for another anxiety can cause nausea so strong they can\u2019t leave the house.<\/p>\n

Symptoms can be experienced daily, and in longer periods, which can lead to chronic anxiety affecting your quality of life.<\/p>\n

Shorter periods of these symptoms, that aren’t necessarily experienced daily, can be defined as acute anxiety or as many people rather call it, little panic attacks (though it isn’t quite the same).<\/p>\n

Though you should never self-diagnose, having an idea of the symptoms will help you better understand your own levels of anxiety and guide you to seek further help if needed.<\/p>\n

List of the symptoms of anxiety:<\/strong><\/p>\n

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  1. Insomnia<\/li>\n
  2. Constipation<\/li>\n
  3. Diarrhoea<\/li>\n
  4. Sweating<\/li>\n
  5. Rapid\/increased heart rate<\/li>\n
  6. Hyperventilation<\/li>\n
  7. Nervousness<\/li>\n
  8. Restlessness<\/li>\n
  9. Panic<\/li>\n
  10. Tension<\/li>\n
  11. Lethargy<\/li>\n
  12. Difficulty focusing<\/li>\n
  13. Avoiding things that may trigger anxiety<\/li>\n
  14. Obsessions about certain ideas<\/li>\n
  15. Repetitive behaviour<\/li>\n
  16. Trembling<\/li>\n
  17. Muscle twitching<\/li>\n
  18. Irritability<\/li>\n
  19. Nightmares<\/li>\n
  20. Irrational fear<\/li>\n
  21. Chest pain<\/li>\n
  22. Suicidal thoughts<\/li>\n
  23. Paresthesia<\/li>\n
  24. Vertigo<\/li>\n
  25. Abdominal pain<\/li>\n
  26. Dry mouth<\/li>\n
  27. Shortness of breath<\/li>\n
  28. Palpitations<\/li>\n
  29. Tachycardia<\/li>\n
  30. Frequent urination<\/li>\n
  31. Impotency<\/li>\n
  32. Itchy skin<\/li>\n
  33. Tetany<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Is anxiety the same as anxiety disorder?<\/h3>\n

    We know “only one” anxiety, but many anxiety disorders.<\/strong> As mentioned, anxiety is a worry about future events. Anxiety disorders are a group of mental disorders (involving anxiety) that are caused by a combination of genetic and environmental factors.<\/p>\n

    Possible risk factors and mental disorders that can cause anxiety disorders include:<\/h3>\n
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    1. Child abuse<\/li>\n
    2. Poverty<\/li>\n
    3. Family history of mental disorders<\/li>\n
    4. Depressive disorder<\/li>\n
    5. Personality disorder<\/li>\n
    6. Substance use disorder<\/li>\n
    7. THC abuse<\/li>\n
    8. Caffeine<\/li>\n
    9. Alcohol<\/li>\n
    10. Hyperthyroidism<\/li>\n
    11. Heart disease<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

      List of anxiety disorders:<\/h3>\n

      The world of mental health is a huge one, and anxiety disorders make up just one part of it. Here are some of the most common:<\/p>\n