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Over 40 million adults suffer from anxiety disorders in the United States—myself included. Then to top it off, many of the same people — over 300 million worldwide also suffer from depression. It's a double whammy.
Treatment for these disorders typically includes things like therapy and prescription medications. However, if you want to skip the antidepressants and take a more natural approach, you could try CBD Oils.
Please note this is still very new research and not a lot of doctors are up to date on the benefits of CBD oil.
What are CBD Oils?
When I first heard of CBD oils, I didn't know what to think. Was it just marijuana in oil form? With the rise of states legalizing marijuana, were states just looking for new ways to market this ‘new' product?
I was right and wrong.
CBD or cannabidiol, is an oil made from the flowers and buds of marijuana or hemp plants. These oils are starting to be known for helping depression and anxiety without the mind-altering effects that marijuana produces.
CBD can be taken in many forms. Capsules, edibles, creams, vapes, and of course, CBD oil as well as several others. There are now many dispensaries in the United States as well as an online dispensary in Canada that offer these CBD products.
If you are worried about these oils getting you ‘high', there's no need for that. Like most, when I first heard about CBD I associated it with traditional marijuana and thought it could get people ‘high'. That's not really true.
You can learn more about CBD online and decide if it's a good fit for you.
CBD oils do not contain the psychoactive THC (tetrahydrocannabinol) compound that marijuana is known for, which can cause marijuana abuse and dependence. However, some may contain very little trace amounts depending on their source.
If CBD oils are made from the marijuana plant, and its legality depends on where marijuana is legal. Out of the 50 states CBD oils are legal in 33 of them whether it be for medical or recreational reasons.
However, if the CBD oil is made from a hemp plant it's legal in all 50 states. And is being used by people, not only for themselves but for their pets as well. CBD and Hemp dog treats are quite popular now.
If you are considering using CBD oils for any reason please look up the laws in your state. Some states have very specific and picky rules.
It's better to follow the rules than spend some unneeded time in jail, right?
Helping Depression and Anxiety with CBD Oils
Everyone has heard about marijuana being prescribed to cancer patients for pain and nausea. Or, about how it relaxes you. These same types of benefits are in CBD oils.
Please note CBD has not been approved by the FDA to treat anything at this time.
The Endocannabinoid System
One of the lesser-known systems in the human body is the Endocannabinoid System. This system helps promote homeostasis (you know, balance) in the body.
Apparently, the body contains a lot of cannabinoid receptors and even makes its own cannabinoid-like chemicals. In fact, there are more cannabinoid receptors than any other neuromodulatory receptors in the body.
Plant cannabinoids can connect to these natural receptors in the body to improve mood, among other things.
Depression and Anxiety
The Endocannabinoid System is why plants like marijuana have been used for medicinal purposes for a long time.
It makes me think of old movies where the tribe healer would mix up a potion of plants to heal someone.
With depression and anxiety, plant cannabinoids increase the amount of serotonin production.
In case you didn't know, serotonin can improve mood and reduce stress. It's like a natural mood stabilizer which is something someone suffering from depression and anxiety desperately needs.
Someone suffering from depression and anxiety often also has a smaller hippocampus. The hippocampus is responsible for controlling some basic emotions—you know like fight or flight.
The smaller the hippocampus is the less willpower someone has to do things. The best CBD products can help stimulate new neurons to grow which is similar to what antidepressants do.
There have been several studies that have shown CBD oil to improve the way the brain responds to anxiety. Overall, it made people suffering from anxiety feel generally better but a lot more research still needs to be done.
Final Thoughts
I suspect with the increasing legalization of marijuana more and more research will be done on this subject. As of right now, the lack of scientific research and regulation makes this type of treatment a personal decision.
Are you looking for a natural alternative to modern medications? Then helping depression and anxiety with CBD oils or weed edibles is worth looking into. It can help improve your mood and reduce stress levels without the need for a prescription.
If this is the path you want to take, I would suggest talking to a doctor who has experience with CBD products. They may be able to give you further insight into how it can help you and suggest safe dosages.
Krystle Cook – the creator of Home Jobs by MOM – put her psychology degree on a shelf and dived into a pile of diapers and dishes instead. She is a wife and mother to two rambunctious boys, sweating it out in her Texas hometown. She loves cooking, DIY home projects, and family fun activities.
No, I’ve never tried CBD oils before, however I received a sample in the mail. I would definately have to read more about it to see if it’s something for me.
Interesting article about CBD, which I have never tried. Sometimes I think, based on what I’ve read, it would probably help with these negative states to get away from crowded areas and cities and to go relax in nature.
I would love to try them, I have heard so many things about them. Because of my medical conditions, I do get depressed when I feel I don’t have control of my own body. I don’t think we can even have them shipped to our state (at least that was what I was told). I hope to try them one day.
I’ve tried CBD oil for my back and one drop of the gel under my tongue, really helps. I can imagine it would help with anxiety or depression as well due to it’s relaxing affects. It’s a wonderful replacement to narcotics and other prescription medications, but I don’t belive it’s a cure all.
I have tried CBD oil in honey sticks while visiting family in Oregon. It helped with calming, pain, and an easier time falling asleep. I have also tried CBD pain relief cream, but it did not work very well. I would like to explore other products to see how well they work. I really liked the honey sticks, but I am unable to have them shipped to my current residence.
I have smoked CBD oil from a pipe and I liked it, it did help my pain. I tried CBD oil gel pills and they were okay but not as good as the oil you smoke
Interesting read! I’ve not tried CBD oils but I am definitely intrigued. I’ve heard from some friends who have been saying it praises, so I will look more into it for sure.
In my much younger days as a teenager, I used to smoke marijuana and I enjoyed it. But as I got out of being a teenager I just quit smoking it. I’m one of those who thinks they should legalize it for medical purposes. I see no harm in people who suffer from an painful sickness should be able to take anything that helps them with their sickness.
We are looking into this for my husband – he has has 8 back surgeries and wants off the meds that he is taking. At some point I think he is going to research more to see if it might be helpful. Thanks for the article.
I have tried CBD oil on a few different occasions for chronic pain and insomnia. It did not work for me at all. Not even a little bit. I did try THC/CBD gummies and THOSE worked, but only because of the addition of the THC. Unfortunately I can’t take these gummies that work for me due to the fact that my company does random drug testing and it isn’t worth losing my job over
I have never used CBD oils yet but my aunt swears by it. She has migraines and she uses an oil blend that she says relieves her migraine within 20 minutes.
I have never tried CBD oil but I do have issues with panic attacks and anxiety often. I have heard of some people that use it say that it really helps them a lot. Glad that it helps them – as long as its legal
I have tried CBD oil when I broke my foot and had a lot of pain at night, it worked for a few days. Now we are giving it to our dog as she has a cancerous tumor under her eye and an enlarged heart, this makes her sleep peacefully.
i have never tried cbd oils. i do suffer from depression and anxiety, so i have thought about usingpot to help calm me down especially during these parenting years.
OK PEOPLE!!!!!! I started using CBD when it first came out. used it for 4 months. there wasnt anything different, no relief from suffering. you have to understand that the ones that did see and feel different really used THC. this is what works. plain and simple. so get over it and go on. I hope others will try something diffent. all they have to loose is PAIN!!!!!!!!!!!!
I suffer from anxiety and chronic lower back pain I started using CBD oil about six months ago that works great. My back spasms have decreased agreed amount and I no longer take high doses of medication. If you have chronic pain I recommend CBD oil.
I guess it’s hard to say. I think it’s worth trying CBD oils if you’ve tried everything else and have failed or you want to try something more natural.
My daughter uses them regularly to help with her anxiety and depression. She’s 18. We tried everything and she got frustrated and overwhelmed by doctors prescribing all sorts of meds with side effects.. it’s one of the only tho vs that we have seen that have actually made a difference in a long time and she’s going to continue to use what’s working.
I can’t believe how much we are hearing about the benefits of it, I think I see a new article daily. Many people do say that it has helped them with chronic pain.
I have tried CBD oils but the free sample I ordered ended up aweful. They charged me 75.00 for the bottle of oil and then put me on a list to charge my account each month. I would love to continue using this buying it as needed at a fair price. Thank you so much for sharing. It really does work
I have never tried this myself, I have been told by so many other people that I of all people should try it , that it would definitely benefit me and my body.. I may give it a try or not, not sure yet!. @tisonlyme143
(Helping Depression and Anxiety with CBD Oils) I found this very interesting to read about. I have had my daughter try out the CBD oil to help with her anxeity and sometimes her depression too.
I was really interested to read your article about them, as myself and family members suffer from depression and anxiety disorders. I think I’d need to do some careful research about possible side effects before trying them out.
I have heard they are great for anxiety from a few friends. I haven’t tried them yet, but I want to in the future. I love that its a natural way to help without as many side effects.
I have not had the chance to try CBD oils I have read a lot about all the wonderful uses it has. I have a chronic pain condition and I have heard they help with that too.
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No, I’ve never tried CBD oils before, however I received a sample in the mail. I would definately have to read more about it to see if it’s something for me.
That’s a good idea! Do your research 🙂
I have never tried CBD oil but would like to
Do you think CBD oils would help you with something specific?
I have not tried CBD oils before. However, I think I definitely need to!
What do you think CBD oils would help you with?
I have not yet tried cbd oils yet but I would love to. I have pretty bad anxiety general and social.
I was having some really bad anxiety last night. I wish I had thought to take this!
I’ve heard of CBD oils.. I’m sure it would help with anyone going through any type of joint pain.
Joint pain is no fun! I get this pain in my hips.
Interesting article about CBD, which I have never tried. Sometimes I think, based on what I’ve read, it would probably help with these negative states to get away from crowded areas and cities and to go relax in nature.
Nature can be very relaxing to a lot of people.
I would love to try them, I have heard so many things about them. Because of my medical conditions, I do get depressed when I feel I don’t have control of my own body. I don’t think we can even have them shipped to our state (at least that was what I was told). I hope to try them one day.
CBD oils can be shipped to every state, I believe. Hemp is legal everywhere.
I personally have not tried or heard of CBD oils, but they sound great. I might need to try them out.
It’s worth a shot if you suffer from depression or anxiety.
I live in Colorado where this is legal. I have friends who have used it but I haven’t.
I’ve tried CBD oil for my back and one drop of the gel under my tongue, really helps. I can imagine it would help with anxiety or depression as well due to it’s relaxing affects. It’s a wonderful replacement to narcotics and other prescription medications, but I don’t belive it’s a cure all.
I’m glad CBD oils are helping you! No def, not a cure-all. I don’t think anything is though.
Wow it’s worth a try.
Yes, trying CBD oils can’t hurt especially if you’ve tried other things and they failed.
I have tried CBD oil pills for pain butt I tried the smoke recently and liked it much better. I would like to start CBD oils in some way
I’m not sure how I’d do with smoking CBD oil since I’m not a smoker. It’d probably just make me cough lol
I have never tried CBD oils in my life. I don’t know if I I would ever try them.
Well, if you are ever curious about CBD oils talk to your doctor first
I’ve never tried it. I’d study the chemistry of it.
Good idea! It’d be good to study anything you are thinking about taking.
I have tried CBD oil in honey sticks while visiting family in Oregon. It helped with calming, pain, and an easier time falling asleep. I have also tried CBD pain relief cream, but it did not work very well. I would like to explore other products to see how well they work. I really liked the honey sticks, but I am unable to have them shipped to my current residence.
Honey sticks sound good! I’ll have to see if I can find some CBD oil in that form
I have never tried these oils. I would be open to trying them.
If you do decide to try CBD oils I hope they help you!
I have smoked CBD oil from a pipe and I liked it, it did help my pain. I tried CBD oil gel pills and they were okay but not as good as the oil you smoke
I didn’t know you could smoke CBD oil
I have seen a lot about this oil. Seems it can be theraputic for some things,.
It sure is becoming very popular these days
Interesting read! I’ve not tried CBD oils but I am definitely intrigued. I’ve heard from some friends who have been saying it praises, so I will look more into it for sure.
What do your friends say about CBD oil‘s?
They were saying that it was incredibly effective, more than they expected!
That’s a good thing, right?
Never tried but I have some friends who are veterans and they swear by it.
I’m glad it’s helping your friends
In my much younger days as a teenager, I used to smoke marijuana and I enjoyed it. But as I got out of being a teenager I just quit smoking it. I’m one of those who thinks they should legalize it for medical purposes. I see no harm in people who suffer from an painful sickness should be able to take anything that helps them with their sickness.
have never tried cbd oils…………. have read so much but don’t what would or would not work
Guess the only way to know if CBD oil’s work is to try them
I have not tried any of these. but will definitely look into the pros and cons of cbd oils, thanks so much for sharing,
Thank you! I hope you look into CBD oil’s
I have not tried CBD oils. I do suffer from anxiety, which is treated by medication. I’d be willing to give CBD oils a try.
Have you tried any natural methods for anxiety?
no i never have but i would try
Do you suffer from depression or anxiety? Or would you try CBD oils for another reason?
We are looking into this for my husband – he has has 8 back surgeries and wants off the meds that he is taking. At some point I think he is going to research more to see if it might be helpful. Thanks for the article.
I haven’t heard much about CBD oil, and found this post interesting. I do know that plants can be amazingly healing.
Plants do have some amazing healing powers
I have never used them before. I would be open to try them.
I think it’s worth a shot
Thank you for sharing this. I have never heard of CBD oil’s. I am going to talk with my doctor about them.
Sounds like a great idea!
I have tried CBD oil on a few different occasions for chronic pain and insomnia. It did not work for me at all. Not even a little bit. I did try THC/CBD gummies and THOSE worked, but only because of the addition of the THC. Unfortunately I can’t take these gummies that work for me due to the fact that my company does random drug testing and it isn’t worth losing my job over
Definitely not worth losing your job over. What brand did you use?
I have never used CBD oils yet but my aunt swears by it. She has migraines and she uses an oil blend that she says relieves her migraine within 20 minutes.
What brand of CBD oil does your aunt use?
I have not tried CBD oils yet but I would be interested in trying them.
Do you suffer from anxiety or depression?
I have never tried CBD oils. I have heard of it. Maybe I should try it.
Worth a shot
I really to try these these oils. They sound like they help ease some pain.
I hope you give CBD oil’s a try!
I’ve never tried this. It looks interesting.
I hope you have a least heard about CBD oil‘s. They are very popular right now.
I have never tried CBD oil but I do have issues with panic attacks and anxiety often. I have heard of some people that use it say that it really helps them a lot. Glad that it helps them – as long as its legal
What helps your anxiety?
I joined a company in October that sells CBD oils, but have yet to try them. I would like to try them at some point though!
Do you mean like direct selling them?
I have tried CBD oil when I broke my foot and had a lot of pain at night, it worked for a few days. Now we are giving it to our dog as she has a cancerous tumor under her eye and an enlarged heart, this makes her sleep peacefully.
Awe your poor dog!! I hope CBD oils help relieve some of that pain.
I have only heard of CBD oils. I have not tried them.
I have some new CBD gummies getting delivered soon. I hope they taste good and help me sleep!
i have never tried cbd oils. i do suffer from depression and anxiety, so i have thought about usingpot to help calm me down especially during these parenting years.
Whatever you decide talk to your doctor about it
OK PEOPLE!!!!!! I started using CBD when it first came out. used it for 4 months. there wasnt anything different, no relief from suffering. you have to understand that the ones that did see and feel different really used THC. this is what works. plain and simple. so get over it and go on. I hope others will try something diffent. all they have to loose is PAIN!!!!!!!!!!!!
I’m so sorry CBD didn’t help you!!
I suffer from anxiety and chronic lower back pain I started using CBD oil about six months ago that works great. My back spasms have decreased agreed amount and I no longer take high doses of medication. If you have chronic pain I recommend CBD oil.
That’s so awesome, Molly! I’m hoping CBD oils will do something for my hip pain I get at night.
No I have not,
Would the cost of the oils be worth it I wonder, just don’t know
I guess it’s hard to say. I think it’s worth trying CBD oils if you’ve tried everything else and have failed or you want to try something more natural.
No, I’ve never tried cbd oils before. They sound interesting. I would be interested in learning more about them!
CBD oils are well worth exploring. Many people swear by their benefits for a variety of health reasons.
I have used CBD oil. I find that it’s helpful for sleep and anxiety, and it’s also great for my digestion.
I have used CBD oil. I find that it’s helpful for sleep and anxiety, and it’s also great for my digestion.
I love and oils
Do you? Have you found them useful? 🙂
My daughter uses them regularly to help with her anxiety and depression. She’s 18. We tried everything and she got frustrated and overwhelmed by doctors prescribing all sorts of meds with side effects.. it’s one of the only tho vs that we have seen that have actually made a difference in a long time and she’s going to continue to use what’s working.
That is so great that she has found something that has helped her! Many people swear by these over pharmaceuticals.
I hear this is popular with animals too! Thanks for sharing cbd and anxiety
It is! I have heard of many people giving it to their dogs that suffer from anxiety.
I will definitely read all of this to see what I think about this.
Great! I look forward to hearing what you think!
My husband has tried this oil. He really does like it. I have never tried the oil. Thank you for sharing.
Is it working well for your husband? I just love hearing about people’s experiences with it.
I have been hearing so much about CBD oil, but haven’t used it yet. I have also read that it works well for low-level chronoc pain, too.
I can’t believe how much we are hearing about the benefits of it, I think I see a new article daily. Many people do say that it has helped them with chronic pain.
I have tried CBD oils but the free sample I ordered ended up aweful. They charged me 75.00 for the bottle of oil and then put me on a list to charge my account each month. I would love to continue using this buying it as needed at a fair price. Thank you so much for sharing. It really does work
Wow. That’s disgraceful! I’m sorry to hear that you had a bad experience.
I have not yet tried the cbd oils. I have depression and didn’t know this was even available.
I’m so sorry to hear about your depression. Yes! CBD oils are available to buy.
I’ve never tried them. I’d like to learn more about them.
CBD oils are so helpful for people, I love sharing what I have learned about them.
I’ve been hearing a lot about this lately. I haven’t tried it yet but would definitely be willing to give it a try.
It is definitely worth giving it a shot to help with many different conditions. Many people tout the benefits!
I have never tried CBD oil, but I have friends and family members who swear by it.
I know many people who love it and swear that it helps! I’m glad your friends and family members have found success.
I’ve never heard or tried these. I don’t think they are legal in my country though.
That’s too bad. It’s definitely worth looking into though!
I have never tried them. I have heard they do wonders as pain relievers.
I have heard the same thing from a lot of people. It definitely seems to improve situations for people!
I have never tried this myself, I have been told by so many other people that I of all people should try it , that it would definitely benefit me and my body.. I may give it a try or not, not sure yet!.
@tisonlyme143
You should definitely research it more and look into trying it. I know many people have found great success with it.
(Helping Depression and Anxiety with CBD Oils) I found this very interesting to read about. I have had my daughter try out the CBD oil to help with her anxeity and sometimes her depression too.
Have you found it helpful for her? I have heard so many good reviews from people using it for this same thing.
I have CBD oil that I take a dropper a day. Well, I should, but I forgot so it’s hard for me to say if I feel any benefits.
It’s hard to remember to start taking something on a regular basis, but you can do it! Good luck!
I have not tried any CBD oils yet. I have heard a lot of good things about it and would love to try them out sometime.
I have heard from so many people about their great benefits. If you decide to try them, please let us know how they help! 🙂
I was really interested to read your article about them, as myself and family members suffer from depression and anxiety disorders. I think I’d need to do some careful research about possible side effects before trying them out.
Yes please do your research and talk to your doctor first.
I have heard they are great for anxiety from a few friends. I haven’t tried them yet, but I want to in the future. I love that its a natural way to help without as many side effects.
It’s worth a try I think
I have not had the chance to try CBD oils I have read a lot about all the wonderful uses it has. I have a chronic pain condition and I have heard they help with that too.
I hope you are able to find some relief from your chronic pain! I know many people have found relief with CBD oils.
I have never used them. However I have been hearing A LOT about this lately.
It’s becoming increasingly popular