CBD may block traumatic memories
Research has shown that the human body’s natural cannabinoid system is involved in many activities of the brain and central nervous system. An article published in Molecular Neurobiology states that:
“The endocannabinoid system via cannabinoid (CB: CB1 and CB2) receptors and their endogenous ligands is directly and indirectly involved in many physiological functions, especially in memory and learning processes.”
The article goes on to explain that the brain has the ability to create endocannabinoids (known as eCBs) on demand, and these eCBs will bond with CB1 receptors to suppress conditioned fear associations.
It has been discovered that the CBD component of marijuana has the ability to bond with the human body’s endocannabinoid system via CB1 receptors, effectively mimicking the effects of the body’s naturally occurring endocannabinoids.
Other research has shown that the CBD component of marijuana can inhibit disturbing memories while offering fewer side effects than pharmaceutical medication, and can significantly reduce the occurrence of PTSD-related daytime flashbacks, night sweats, and nightmares.
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