Rebound anxiety is a side effect of many medications, including some antidepressants. It often follows sudden dose adjustments or discontinuing an antidepressant altogether and it can be very uncomfortable; fortunately cbd can provide relief; its natural and non-habit forming compounds help soothe symptoms during withdrawal as well as lessen any future rebound risk.
CBD interacts with receptors in the endocannabinoid system, which act like locks on cells throughout the body and brain, that when unlocked by neurotransmitters can alter cell responses to various stimuli. CBD activates CB1 receptors located both centrally and peripherally that may produce anxiolytic-like effects as well as alter serotonin signals.
One study gave 10 people with social anxiety disorder either 400 milligrams of CBD or a placebo before performing a public speaking test, with those given CBD having significantly lower anxiety than those not taking it; these results indicate that lower and moderate doses of CBD may help alleviate anxiety.
However, high doses of CBD have been proven to increase anxiety in certain individuals. Therefore, it’s essential that you find the appropriate dosage of CBD to effectively alleviate anxiety symptoms without experiencing adverse reactions. Start out slowly and increase gradually until you find your optimal amount.
Prior to taking CBD, it is also advisable to speak with your doctor. CBD may interact with certain medications that have blood-thinning effects or alter liver enzymes; additionally, it could impede with certain dietary supplements like omega-3 rich fish oil supplements and St John’s Wort which is known to induce depression and other mood disorders.
At first, it’s best to choose CBD products made from hemp grown in the United States with an accompanying Certificate of Analysis from their company’s website. This can verify the accurate CBD content and prove no pesticides or contaminants were used during production. Furthermore, full spectrum products containing other hemp compounds will increase efficacy further and give you maximum relief from anxiety.