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Reviewed on May 9, 2023
Medically Reviewed by Dr Ron Goedeke
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How CBD Oil Can Help With Substance Abuse

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Throughout the western world there is an increase in the use of mind-altering drugs and over-the-counter prescription opioid for the treatment of conditions which may end up affecting the brain long term or leading to substance abuse. These drugs, apart from suppressing the cause of symptoms in your body system, may also produce adverse side effects leading to addiction and tampered mental health.
Research data has revealed that addiction is one of the most significant health challenges of the twenty-first century affecting about 20.6 million people in the U.S alone. A good number of these addictions originate from substance abuse and the excessive use of opioids, alcohol and other antidepressants. The issue of substance abuse is so bad that at least, one in every six American adults have been actively involved in it without minding the adverse side effects like loss of focus, reduced activity, loss of inhibition, aggressiveness, nausea, vomiting, panic attacks and mania.
Since the use of these substances can be addicting total withdrawal may not present the best treatment option as the body has been accustomed to its activities. Chronic cases of substance abuse may even produce withdrawal symptoms which can tamper with cognitive and psychoactive responses in the body.

How can CBD Oil assist people with substance abuse?

CBD is an antipsychotic compound extracted from the cannabis plant. It is quite different from the highly psychoactive tetrahydrocannabinol and does not produce side effects when used. In fact, when used together through smoking or a whole plant extract, the CBD molecule of the cannabis plant actually helps suppress and alleviate the high or loss of control that a high dose of THC might cause for some people.
Data gathered from research has revealed that it (CBD) can serve as the best replacement therapy for people suffering with substance abuse in the following ways;

1. Reduces Stress and Anxiety:

Stress, anxiety and depression are the leading causes of substance abuse. In a quest to keep the body calm and relaxed, many people have resulted to substance abuse to trick their brains into releasing feel-good hormones, or boost their brain activity. CBD through its interaction with the endocannabinoid system can trigger the release of feel-good hormones or the production of endocannabinoids such as anandamide which keeps the body relaxed and the mind alert without eliciting any adverse side effects on the brain.

2. Improved Nerve and Brain Health

CBD has been shown to improve nerve health and the transmission of nerve impulses throughout the body. It also triggers neurogenesis (formation of brain cells) and overall brain health.

3. Wide Range of Activity

CBD can serve as an antidepressant, anti-inflammatory, anti-anxiety, anticancer agents with little to side effects. These levels of activities make it an invaluable addition to the list of pharmaceuticals with a promising future. Its antioxidant activities also come in handy in neutralizing the harmful effect of free radicals thus reducing the rate of anxiety and chronic pain in the body.

Conclusion

While substance abuse continues to strive in the dark corners of the world, the use of CBD and its wide range of therapeutic activities may be the answer we seek to bring an end to this menace. CBD is affordable and safe for consumption.
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Dr Ron Goedeke, specialises in alternative and functional medicine. He is a foundation member of the New Zealand college of Appearance medicine and has been a member of the American Academy of Anti-aging medicine since 1999. With over 20 years of experience in the anti-aging field, Dr Ron Goedeke is recognized as one of New Zealand’s leaders in this new and growing field of medicine.

Dr Ron Goedeke

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