Mental health

Anxiety

Excessive worry, tension, restlessness and physical symptoms that interfere with daily life, work and relationships.

Emerging evidence

What it is

Feeling anxious when facing challenges is normal. It becomes a problem when it's intense, frequent and out of proportion, with hard-to-control worry, muscle tension, restlessness, poor sleep and physical symptoms such as palpitations. There are several anxiety disorders, and each calls for its own approach.

How medical cannabis may be considered

CBD has been studied for its possible anti-anxiety effect. When appropriate, it is used with caution and follow-up, without replacing psychotherapy or other mental health care. Formulations with THC call for extra care, since higher doses can increase anxiety.

What treatment aims for

Reduce the intensity of anxiety and tension day to day.
Improve sleep, which often suffers too.
Support, not replace, psychotherapy and mental health care.

Important precautions

Products with THC can increase anxiety in some people; the choice usually favors CBD.
Don't stop antidepressants or anti-anxiety medication on your own.
In a severe crisis, or if you have thoughts of hurting yourself, seek help right away: CVV 188 or SAMU 192 in Brazil.

Common questions

Does CBD get you high?

No. CBD doesn't cause the psychoactive effect associated with THC. Even so, it can cause drowsiness or bowel changes in some people.

Do I need therapy as well?

Psychotherapy is one of the best-supported treatments for anxiety. When medical cannabis is appropriate, it's usually part of broader care.

Other conditions

This content is educational. Whether any treatment is appropriate depends on an individual medical assessment, and results are not guaranteed.

Reading before your consultation

First consultation

What to expect from your first consultation

How to prepare, what happens during the appointment and what you take home at the end. A guide to help you arrive feeling more at ease.

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Treatment

Side effects and interactions: what to know

Coming from a plant doesn't make something risk-free. Learn about the most common effects, the important interactions and the signs that need attention.

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Regulation

How the prescription process works in Brazil

Pharmacy, importation or patient association? A clear overview of the legal routes to access medical cannabis treatment.

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