Medical Marijuana And PTSD

[rightkindofme]

I am using approximately 1/4 of what I used a year ago. It's neat how things change over time. :D

 

[DharmaGirl]

I have tried so many medications for my pain. It has become so much worse in the past 3 months that my pain doctor has quadrupled the dose of narcotics in 1 month. It didn't really help because it is nerve pain. I don't do illegal things, but since pot is legal now in my state, I tried cannabutter and it relieved a lot of the pain. I slept for 12 hours. No drug has ever done that for me. They are willing to give me higher doses of narcotics, but if I have marijuana in my system, I will get cut off. It really doesn't make sense. I have heard there have been positive studies in Europe and Canada with pot and PTSD. I am looking forward to a time where the US at least allows studies on the plant.

 

[InHell11]

"One must be very intentional about seeking the right strains, and this can only be done under the sanction of the law so that you can fully explore what your local collectives and dispensaries have to offer. Buying from the streets is only going to cause anxiety to be added to anxiety."

Hmm I would actually tend to disagree somewhat, buying off the street is not ideal because its illegal and obviously one can face legal consequences because of that. Though in my state we have an interesting issue, its apparently legal for adults over 21 to smoke now however I don't think they legalized selling it outside of the dispensaries we already have. Also, its not uncommon to know where the cannabis comes from since a lot of people in my state grow it themselves its not like its imported from some foreign gang or something.

I don't know even with the risks the benefit it can have for some people cannot really be denied I myself find it worth the risk though its not really much risk in my state since no one really cares people are quite open about it, the city buses always smell like cannabis because half the people probably have some on them. Then the cops almost seem to flat out avoid dealing with it because they don't want to arrest people for cannabis use especially now that its becoming legal. I guess I am a little worried about what action the federal government might take can't shake the feeling their pissed as hell and plotting something.

I think legalization is the best idea since then it can be regulated...which cuts down on the risk of having to acquire it illegally. Also I support medicinal and recreational use, it has medicinal value and its not as dangerous as alcohol so there really is not a good reason for it to be only allowed for medicinal use since alcohol is legal.

 

[Anna]

I think legalization is the best idea since then it can be regulated...which cuts down on the risk of having to acquire it illegally. Also I support medicinal and recreational use, it has medicinal value and its not as dangerous as alcohol so there really is not a good reason for it to be only allowed for medicinal use since alcohol is legal.

I agree with this. I am sure there is one state now in the US where it has been legalised, and it is also legal in Amsterdam, the Netherlands.

 

[InHell11]

Its supposed to be legal in Colorado where I live and Washington I think. But I am not so sure all the legal process and all that is complete....it's still federally illegal, but technically even medicinal use is federally illegal and there are dispensaries all over the place.

 

[circe47]

I tried med pot too, but for migraines. Saved my life. Enter delayed onset PTSD. Pot became my worst nightmare. Made my anxiety go off the charts...BIG TIME! I have been clean over a year.

 

[sorcha]

Sorry I haven't been here for a while I have been off self medicating again. The thing is it's illegal yet I sit and tell my GP and Therapist I smoke this as it helps and they nod in agreement with me.

I had to stop for a week or 2 due to money again and then smoked it again, went out and took a massive panic attack in public.

I think it depends on whether it is Savita or Indica you are smoking, I smoked Blueberry yesterday which is Savita and if I continue to smoke it I will be giggly and hyper and not wanting to go out, if I get some Indica it calms me down.

I was off for weed for 7 months last year and this is when my PTSD surfaced, I do calm down if I smoke it now but I abuse it to be honest so have to stop and only smoke it when my PTSD symptoms get the better of me.

I would like to stop forever but knowing it helps me makes it more difficult.

 

[MoodElevator]

I used pot medicinally first by accident. I wanted to get 'high' but instead I got 'comfortable'. For about 8 years or so following that I would use it nearly every day. It's only been within the last two or so that I've not felt inclined to. It doesnt really get me 'high' at all, it seems to effect me in a different almost purely therapeudic way. However I do get the immensely increased appetite sometimes. I also live in canada and have been seeking out a card but it seems that the government has the perspective that 'if you havent been to war you don't have PSTD'; from the reasearch that I've done thus far anyways.

 

[therapybankrupt]

I read somewhere that pot could cause hallucinations in those that are subjective to it anyway. I think the dissociative people should stay away! Just my opinion. I wouldnt like any more unusal things happening in my mind. LOL!

 

[circe47]

Mood-

I am so sorry about that negative Canadian Government attitude towards persons other than combat vets having PTSD. My guess is that like most governments, it is made up of a certain class of citizens *cough* 1%'ers* cough cough* who feel ENTITLED to take our money, but have no clue what the REAL world suffers after experiencing slavery, poverty, domestic violence, violent assault, brutal rape, and the list goes on.

No.....they are protected in their safe, happy and PRIVILEGED little worlds and have NO CLUE about anything beyond......well.....their narrow little worlds. I would not wish this disorder on my worst enemy, not that I have any. However, I would give my left eyeball to trade places with these PRIVILEGED so that they could experience even one day of the hell that I go through. Only then, can they come to me and say "you can't have PTSD."

 

[MoodElevator]

^Your post reminded me of volunteering for adbusters while in high school. I couldn't agree more! However instead of saying no clue I'd say no concern. However I know there are ways around it, I have an old friend who used to work at a compassion centre who I should really muster the courage to contact. It seems more likely to get a card for anxiety and depression then PTSD. I used to play in a band with a fellow who had one just for chronic depresson.

 

[hollyberrytea]

I've medicated with pot because it used to really help me just relax and not feel so on edge all the time.

However, now my body rejects it and I get extreme anxiety and paranoia from it. To the point I feel like I'm literally dying or having a heartattack. It was terrifying the first time it happened. Loud ringing in my ears, and my heart pounding was not a comfortable experience. It never happened before and now it happens every time. So I just stopped smoking all together.

I think it's because of these intense strains that are coming out, but I'm not sure.

All I can say is, if it helps you, go ahead. They might as well legalize it everywhere, 'cause it helps a bunch of people. I feel like if it was regulated, I wouldn't have had this horrible experience.

*Shrug.*