Can CBD Oil Help With Depression?

Depression is a serious and debilitating condition that affects millions of people every year. It can cause feelings of hopelessness, sadness, and despair that can affect your ability to function in everyday life. 

Greater understanding of mental health issues, partnered with the woes of the pandemic have seen more and more people suffer with depression over the past few years.

As a result of this, more people have been seeking professional treatment, and alongside that have been looking for other supplements to help relieve some of the symptoms associated with the condition.

One such supplement, is CBD oil

CBD oil for depression - the research so far

Being a completely organic substance, containing cannabinoids, MCT and hemp, CBD has helped some people deal with a range of everyday conditions, such as lack of sleep and poor skin.

There are many benefits associated with CBD oil and there is some research to suggest that it can be effective in treating some of the symptoms associated with depression.

This research is still ongoing, however there have been several studies looking at cannabinoids and their potential benefits for mental health conditions. This includes a 2015 study published in the journal Neurotherapeutics that found CBD could reduce depressive symptoms in people who had schizophrenia. Another study conducted by researchers at the University of Sao Paulo found that CBD reduced anxiety in mice exposed to chronic stress. And according to a 2013 review published in Current Pharmaceutical Design, “several lines of evidence suggest a potential role for endocannabinoid signalling in modulating stress-related responses'' and “cannabinoids may be useful as therapeutic agents against neuropsychiatric disorders.

It’s important to know that this research is still ongoing, however, with the proven ability to provide calming effects in certain people, there definitely is a place for CBD oil to help tackle minor symptoms, alongside stronger prescribed medication.

Some people have been known to turn to smoking cannabis to help deal with such conditions, however it’s important to know that CBD does not get you high, and therefore is legal and unlikely to provide the negative side effects this can bring.

Could CBD Help Treat Depression?

As stated above, this product may be a viable supplement to help the symptoms of depression. However, it is important to note that CBD oil for depression is not a cure and may not work for everyone.

The first step in starting treatment with CBD oil is by choosing the right oil for you and then experimenting with the dosage - something we have written a guide about here.

As always, it is important to continue taking any prescribed treatments, and speak to your doctor if you have any questions or concerns.

Conclusion

For more information regarding CBD oil and any of the products that we stock, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with our team today and we will be happy to advise you.