Cannabis as a treatment for Chronic Insomnia!
Insomnia is a sleep disorder characterized by difficulty falling asleep, keeping us awake for many hours. In Portugal, according to recent studies, around 28.1% of the population over 18 years of age suffers from sleep disorders at least 3 times a night during the week. This condition is one of the most common complaints presented by adults, and has serious consequences, such as: increased cardiovascular disorders, diabetes, mental disorders, accidents and absenteeism from work.
What are the symptoms?
Insomnia is typically characterized by the following symptoms:
- significant change in sleep pattern - difficulty falling asleep, with prolonged awakenings during the night;
- for the quality of sleep - anxiety or agitation before falling asleep, and the feeling of tiredness the next morning;
- due to daytime consequences - increased daytime sleepiness, fatigue, difficulty concentrating, lack of energy, depression, irritability and lack of performance at work or school.
How Can Cannabis Help?
Before mentioning how CBD can help treat this pathology, it is important to mention that a diagnosis made by a specialist is of utmost importance, as knowing the causes of the problem will help you find the best way to treat it.
There are several medications on the market that help treat this condition, however it is important to bear in mind that most of these medications cause side effects, such as: dependence, increased sleepiness during the day, loss of reflexes, among others.
In this case, it is important to think about alternative medicine and CBD can be your best ally.
Several scientific studies have shown that CBD increases the total amount of sleep time and improves the quality of sleep, reducing nighttime awakenings and nightmares. In addition, CBD also acts as a muscle relaxant, making our body feel more ready to rest, thus increasing the number of hours we sleep and providing a complete rest for the body.
It is also known that CBD acts directly on endocannabinoid receptors in the brain, activating the brain glands responsible for good mood, which reduces symptoms of depression and lack of energy associated with sleep disorders.
Getting a good night's sleep is essential for our well-being, and getting a good night's sleep is of the utmost importance! If you experience these symptoms, it is recommended that you seek a sleep specialist for a diagnosis and consider CBD as a good alternative for your treatment.