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Medicinal cannabis and mental health
Over two in five Australians aged 18-65 have experienced a mental disorder at some point [1].
Medical cannabis has shown potential benefits for managing certain mental health conditions, such as anxiety and depression [2]. This alternative treatment offers a different option for those who may not have found relief through traditional methods.
Types of mental health conditions and possible treatment options
Generalised Anxiety Disorder (GAD)
Characterised by excessive and persistent worry about everyday situations, often accompanied by physical symptoms such as restlessness and fatigue
Generalised Anxiety Disorder
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Phobias
A type of anxiety disorder characterised by an excessive or irrational fear of a specific object, situation, or activity, leading to avoidance or distress
Phobias
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Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
PTSD can develop after experiencing a traumatic event and is characterised by symptoms such as intrusive memories, and negative mood changes
PTSD
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Panic Disorder
Characterised by sudden and intense feelings of fear or discomfort, along with physical symptoms such as panic attacks.
Panic Disorder
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Social Anxiety
A mental health condition characterised by persistent fear or anxiety in social situations, leading to avoidance or distress
Social Anxiety
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Other medical conditions
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Thoughts from the community...
"Marijuana (cannabis) has been used medicinally for centuries. It has been shown to be effective in treating a range of conditions."
"He gave me this bottle of tincture and taught me to use drops under my tongue. My pain decreased dramatically. I was stunned."
“[Medicinal cannabis] is not a silver bullet but it just gives you a bit of reprieve. The best thing is that it is grown in controlled environments."
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