Cannabis could be what you need to help your anxiety. Many people say that cannabis helps them control the symptoms of their anxiety. Whether it’s a couple of hits from a joint, bowl, or bong, a puff off a dab rig, hitting a dab pen, eating some edibles, or taking a few draws from your favorite vape, people often find relief from anxiety thanks to cannabis.
Cannabis can help facilitate relief from anxiety, but it’ll take more than cannabis to overcome this condition which affects so many people. Making healthy lifestyle decisions such as choosing good eating habits, partaking in regular exercise, and engaging in social activities are all important when it comes to controlling or even conquering anxiety.
Anxiety
Anxiety is a condition which, according to the American Psychiatric Association, “will affect nearly 30% of adults at some point in their lives.” Anxiety is becoming more common. Women’s Health says that anxiety disorders affect nearly one in five adults in the United States. They also say that when it comes to anxiety disorders, women are two times more likely to experience them than men.
The National Alliance on Mental Illness says, “Anxiety disorders are the most common mental health concern in the United States. Over 40 million adults in the U.S. (19.1%) have an anxiety disorder.”
Some Common Symptoms Associated with Anxiety:
- Increased heart rate
- Sweatiness
- Rapid breathing
- Dizziness
- Nausea
- Headaches
- Blurred vision
- Chest pains
- Feelings of nervousness or being tense.
- A strong sudden sense of fear that doesn’t go away.
- Feelings of nervousness or fear, believing people are watching you and can see your anxiety.
The direct cause of anxiety isn’t exactly known, but it is believed to be brought on by trauma and/or difficult experiences throughout life. Anxiety is different for different people. There are several different types of anxiety disorders. Here are a few.
- Agoraphobia– the fear of being in places that are hard to escape.
- Social Anxiety Disorder– intense feelings of worry or fear in common social situations.
- Separation Anxiety– a fear of being separated from someone or something liked or loved.
- Medication-Induced Anxiety Disorder– the use of prescription drugs that lead to anxiety
- Panic Disorder– intense heart rate, chest pains, sweating, and feelings of fear that are experienced almost out of nowhere
- Generalized Anxiety– a constant feeling of worry for no reason
Five Popular THC-Rich Cannabis Strains for Anxiety
Cannabis can work differently for everyone. This means that the most effective way to know what cannabis strain is best for you is to get out there and start trying them. Keep a journal with information such as strain name, method of consumption, and how the strain made you feel. When it comes to helping manage anxiety, many people often turn to indica cannabis strains. Here are some indica strains that are a great place to start.
Northern Lights has an average THC level between 18 to 24%. This potent indica has sweet flavors of pine and sugar with a spicy, pungent herbal finish. The buds are dark green to light green and color with an abundance of trichomes. Many people report this strain of cannabis helping them control symptoms of insomnia, loss of appetite, stress, depression, PTSD, anxiety, and more. The buzz is described as a very happy, euphoric, and relaxing one that ultimately will leave you feeling happy and sleepy.
Afghani has an average THC level between 18 to 22%. This sweet variety of cannabis has a spicy herbal flavor with a pungent floral finish. The buds are typically bright green in color with fat reddish orange hairs and an abundance of trichomes. Many consumers report this variety of cannabis helps them control the symptoms of chronic pain, insomnia, migraine headaches, stress, anxiety, and more. The buzz is described as being a happy, euphoric, and sleepy feeling.
Blue Dream has an average THC level between 18 to 24% or higher. The buds are dark to neon green in color, with gorgeous orange hairs with flashes of blue and purple throughout the buds. The flavor profile boasts hints of blueberry and vanilla, followed by an earthy, pungent finish. Many people report this variety of cannabis helping them control the symptoms of nausea, depression, chronic pain, PTSD, anxiety, and more. The buzz is described as a happy, euphoric, and creative feeling one.
Hindu Kush has an impressive THC level that averages between 22 to 32%. The buds are bright green with orange hairs and enough resin-filled trichomes to gag a grinder. The flavor profile is earthy and sweet, with hints of lemon and pine, followed by a spicy floral finish. Many people report this variety of cannabis helping them control the symptoms of nausea, loss of appetite, stress, depression, chronic pain, anxiety, and more. The buzz is described as a happy, euphoric, and relaxing one that will leave you feeling hungry and tired.
Grand Daddy Purple has an average THC level of 18 to 24%. These beautiful buds are forest green with flashes of purple throughout them. They are wrapped in rustic orange hairs and slathered in resinous trichomes. The flavor profile is described as earthy and sweet, with hints of grapes and berries followed by a pungent piney finish. Many people report this variety of cannabis helping them control the symptoms of nausea, migraine headaches, PTSD, muscle spasms, chronic pain, arthritis, anxiety, and more.
Five Popular CBD- Rich Cannabis Strains for Anxiety
The cannabis strains mentioned above all come with one thing in common, a buzz. They are rich in the intoxicating cannabinoid THC, which most people want. However, not everyone is all about living that high life. Some people would like to experience the effects of cannabis without the buzz. Here are five CBD strains that may be just what you’ve been looking for when it comes to helping control your anxiety.
Pennywise is considered a one-to-one cannabis strain having equal amounts of CBD and THC, averaging 10%. The buds are neon green with vivid orange hairs and a sugary coating of trichomes. The flavor profile is described as earthy and sweet with hints of coffee and fruit, followed up by a spicy floral finish. Many people report this variety of cannabis helping them control the symptoms of inflammation, muscle spasms, cramps, chronic pain, anxiety, and more. The buzz is described as being very mellow, euphoric, and relaxing.
Blueberry CBD has an average CBD level of 16 to 20% with virtually no THC. This variety of hemp is said to have a sweet, creamy flavor followed up by a pleasing blueberry-like finish. The buds are dark green with rustic red and orange hairs and fresh powdery-like snow coating of trichomes. Many people report this variety of cannabis helping them control the symptoms of nausea, loss of appetite, insomnia, anxiety, and more. The buzz is described as a calm, focused, and invigorating one.
Ringo’s Gift has an average of 15% CBD and 1% THC. The buds are bright green with fiery red and orange hairs dancing behind a sparkly crystal-like coating of trichomes. The flavor profile is earthy, herbally, and spicy, with hints of mint and a hash-like finish. Many people report this variety of cannabis helping them control the symptoms of headaches, inflammation, chronic pain, stress, PTSD, anxiety, and more. The buzz is described as being a very focused and happy feeling.
Harle-Tsu has an average CBD level of 22% and only 1% THC. The buds are bright green with vibrant fiery orange hairs and a thick sticky wall of trichomes. The flavor profile is described as earthy and sweet, with hints of pine and a spicy floral finish. Many people report this variety of cannabis helping them control the symptoms of inflammation, stress, PMS, insomnia, arthritis, anxiety, and more.
Cannatonic averages 14% CBD and 7% THC making this a 1 to 2 ratio strain. The buds are neon green, with orange and yellow hairs dancing behind a glistening wall of sparkly trichomes. The flavor profile is sweet and earthy, with hints of citrus followed up by a spicy finish. Many people report this variety of cannabis helping them control the symptoms of muscle spasms, headaches, cramps, chronic pain, anxiety, and more.
What is your go-to product or strain for anxiety? Do you have a preferred method that helps kick anxiety to the curb? Let us know in the comments below.
