Use of CBD - Medicinal Cannabis

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Cannabidiol (CBD) is a medication made from the cannabis plant, Cannabis sativa, which acts on the central nervous system, helping to treat psychiatric or neurodegenerative diseases, such as schizophrenia, Parkinson's disease, epilepsy or anxiety. CBD can generate feelings of calmness, inhibiting the absorption of anandamide, an endocannabinoid that helps maintain homeostasis. It is also indicated for the relief o...

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• Cannabis and Cannabinoid Research
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• Sleep and Wakefulness Research
• Substance Abuse Treatment and Outcomes

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Literature Corpus work

4193aeb3-85ca-5bb6-a6c7-565f4857b1b8

DOI

10.14293/s2199-1006.1.sor-.pphz0ih.v1