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Re: Cannabinoids » linkadge

Posted by JahL on July 24, 2006, at 21:32:45

In reply to Re: Cannabinoids, posted by linkadge on July 23, 2006, at 16:31:53

Thanks for an excellent post Linkadge.

It's pleasing to see my intuitive beliefs concerning MJ use validated in some way, and in a non-judgemental fashion.

As you suggest, MJ can help ameliorate a wide range of symptoms. MJ is helpful to me not just for its AD properties; it also dampens Lamictal hypomania, keeps me and my filthy temper out of trouble ('anti-conflict') and creates an appetite which would otherwise not exist.

> There are some reports of MJ inducing paranoia.

There is no doubt in my mind that MJ can induce mild paranoia in certain susceptible individuals - I've seen it happen. It actually exacerbates my social phobia somewhat, but this is a fair trade-off for the AD properties it imparts.

> The reports that marajuanna creates apathy, are fairly irrelevant in comparison to the apathy syndromes that can be a product of SSRI's, AP's and lithium. This too may manifest itself differently in a bipolar individual.

I have noticed that the Bipolar brain can exhibit a number of atypical responses to various psychotropics. For example, in order to lift weights I must be stoned. Low-dose Methadone helps in this regard also. That's just strange.

All you neglected to mention was MJ's superior sedative qualities. Chronic insomnia was the original inspiration for my regular consumption. My brothers, both of whom are Bipolar, use it for the same reason.

Anyway, very interesting post,

J.



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