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Can Medical Marijuana Treat Depression

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Mental health is getting a lot more attention within the United States after recent events like the pandemic. Various factors like economic decline, job loss, social media overconsumption, and interpersonal conflict have led to the highest depression levels that we have ever seen. In fact, it is estimated that approximately 16.2 million adults suffer from depression in one form or another in the United States. That number is astounding. Some people think of depression as people just making up excuses to be lazy and sad, and that it is not really an issue.

However, anyone who has seen a loved one struggle with depression will know that it is a serious mental illness that can manifest in a variety of physical, emotional, and mental conditions. Oftentimes, anxiety disorder also goes hand in hand for someone struggling with depression. There has been a lot of research dedicated to whether the use of medical marijaua can be an effective treatment for depression and related mental illnesses. We are already well aware of marjiuana’s benefits for those of us who struggle with anxiety, but what about depression? Well, studies and trials have been conducted over and over to try and find out exactly what medical marijuana is capable of. So keep reading if you want to hear more about this amazing topic. 

First, it is important to note that there has not been a significant amount of studies done on medical marijuana’s use for treating depression only. However, a lot can still be talked about when it comes to the topic. Recent emerging research even suggests that medical marijuana can be used in similar fashion to regular prescription anti-depressants, but without all the harmful side effects. Many current prescription medications that are used to treat depression have tendencies to cause weight-gain, suicidal thoughts, increased anxiety, nausea, headaches, and numerous other side effects that can really take a toll on somebody.

We already know that certain strains of marijuana are great for reducing anxiety by creating feelings of calm and peace; similarly, other strains of marijuana could be used to treat depression by raising levels of energy through adrenaline and serotonin. Even though the number of clinical trials are not necessarily staggering, many people who regularly use cannabis will attest to its effectiveness to treat their depression and anxiety.  

So what are the risks for using marijuana as a treatment for depression? Well, I can tell you right off the bat that there are not very many. Marijuana is a very natural drug, and its use is generally considered risk-free. However, that doesn’t mean that there are not some potential drawbacks that can occur when frequently and regularly using marijuana. As always, the best way to use any medical treatment is with careful consideration as well as advice from your doctor or other medical professionals.

It can also be helpful to discuss your treatment options with a cannabis specialist. It is crucial to have your weekly dosage of cannabis prescribed to you by professionals to avoid the risk of accidentally overdosing or something like that. The side effects of marijiuana can differ from person to person (just like any other drug or medication) so you really want to be sure that you are doing everything you can to keep consuming your marijuana safely! 

In conclusion, there is no definitive answer that can be backed by conclusive clinical trials. However, there is a lot of evidence that points to medical marijuana being an effective and safe way to treat and manage depression, along with anxiety and numerous other mental health conditions. I hope that this was helpful!

How To Get Your Medical Marijuana Card

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Have you been thinking about applying for your medical marijuana card recently? I don’t blame you! Millions of Americans have taken the steps to receive their marijuana card and are able to use cannabis to treat a variety of conditions, including anxiety, insomnia, chronic pain, and other conditions that qualify for a medical marijuana license in their state. If you are interested in applying for your medical marijuana card, the first thing you have to do is research your state’s policies on cannabis and their healthcare system. While some states are very lenient about cannabis use for medical and recreational needs, other states rule with an iron fist when it comes to giving citizens the privilege of smoking the Devil’s Lettuce.

You may have heard that getting your medical marijuana card can be a bit of a challenge at times, and I would agree with that statement. However, I will also say that reading this article is your best shot to getting your own medical marijuana card. I will tell you what you need to know. Most people who use medical marijuana report a complete change in their daily life, as they are able to better manage pain, anxiety, or simply relax and sleep at night. So without further ado, let’s talk about how you can go and get your own medical marijuana card.

The first thing that you need to do is check your state’s rules about marijuana. If your state legalizes marijuana for medical use, then that is a great start! otherwise , you may be out of luck when it comes to getting your hands on some cannabis. The next thing that you need to do is see if you have any of the qualifying health conditions in your state. It is worth noting that just because your state legalizes marijuana does not mean that you qualify for a medical marijuana card. Some states have very different policies and laws when it comes to what type of condition elicits the use of medical marijuana.

In order to get your medical marijuana card, you have to be sure to actually hit those certain qualifications. In order to do so, you will have to go to your doctor or health care provider and go over your health conditions that may qualify for receiving a medical marijuana card. There are certain websites that make it really easy to find all the information you need and list all the qualifying conditions from state to state. So go ahead and do some research online as well to figure out if you can apply for a marijuana card. 

You will also need to submit your health records before your health appointment that will tell you if you can receive your medical marijauna card. It’s important to submit these records because it will help the doctors work more smoothly and quickly. Remember that the qualifications to get your medical marijuana card differ from state to state. This is because cannabis has been federally legalized at this point (hopefully soon though!). This means that marijuana is legalized based on each state’s discretion and what they deem as fit for the state.

I hope that this article has been helpful to you and that you can apply for your medical marijuana card very soon. Remember the time it takes for the state medical cannabis program to get back to you varies significantly by state (like everything else in the cannabis industry between states). Once you have been approved though, you can expect to wait half a month to a month to receive your medical marijuana card. There will be no temporary card given to you in that waiting period.

All about Moon rocks 

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Cannabis is more than just pot brownies and pretty bongs.  There are actually new types of ways for people to consume weed.  While we do have edibles and sommeliers for smoking, moon rocks is something that is considered a sort of caviar for cannabis. Moon rocks is the newest types of marijuana tech that’s offering newfound novelty, and a chance to offer the most THC possible, especially within but one smoking session. 

What are moon rocks? 

Moon rocks are basically weed Turducken. For those of us who don’t know, turducken is basically chicken put directly into a turkey. Basically, this is a high-THC type of flower that’s put in a concentrate or hash oil, with kief put on top of it. It’s basically all of the top THC products all put together. 

There are different ways to make them, but they only require a few ingredients.  It’s basically taking three ingredients and putting them together, which is why people like it. 

How to Make Moon Rocks 

To make this, you want to get the following: 

  • A cannabis nugget or bud that’s high in THC. You want something that’s around 20-30% THC alone
  • A binding agent, including hash oil, and cannabis concentrate. Something that’s high in THC, but also can handle using kief there too. 
  • Kief, or trichomes to sprinkle on top, using the oil as a way to bind this together 

For those of us  who don’t know what concentrates are, this is basically a high THC extraction from a plant. It also can have some of the other compounds, and different processes help to cultivate all of this into but one compound. It’s thick and sappy, almost saucy. Hash oil in contrast is more of an oleoresin, something that you can add to cartridges and edibles. 

Smoking These 

Moon rocks are the type of weed where you don’t need a lot. It’s clear why. The THC levels in these are insane. They also have a texture that can be hard to light too. Some people like to use pipes or bongs to help with flame control. Alternatively, you can also use a vaporizer to help with the dried flower.  The texture also is best to not use with a grinder.  Scissors or knifes to take a small piece off are the best option. 

To smoke this, you want to put this in something to smoke, and put the moon rock over the top of this. Putting it on a piece of flower that’s lit allows it to burn better and offer an effective smoke. You can also make joints out of this, but a lot of pre-rolls are already done like this. 

If you’re going to make these a joint, make sure to stick it in a way so that it can light up the weed that you have in there, and the other weed in the form of the moon rock. The biggest thing with these, is you’ve got to pace yourself. You may not feel it immediately, but due to the THC along with other cannabinoids, it can definitely be quite potent. 

This is something you should always start in a slow fashion with. That’s because they can sometimes be double what the strains that you normally get are. The high from this can last even to the day after that, so even those who are used to it, and it can be potent. There isn’t much danger, but you should never try to have a bunch of this at once, as it can be too potent, and may cause paranoia.