Nope makes me paranoid. And hungry. I avoid the stuff.

Tends to increase depression after paranoia. Not as benign as the media would have you believe.

I think I can be of some help here. I am a very enthusiastic supporter of legally obtained medical marijuana. I didn't try pot till I was 21, and newly diagnosed with lupus and CKD. The lupus causes painful arthritis and my failing kidneys caused constant nausea and vomiting until i weighed 96 lb. I was miserable, then a friend suggested I try using marijuana medicinally.

I was in love, I found myself with more energy, a ravenous appetite, and an incredibly uplifted spirit.
Now I use my medicine everyday (with a vaporizer) and I have found in addition to stimulating my apppetite, and allowing me to live most days without pain medication, marijuana (as long as it is the right strain for your needs) has also helped to soothe some of my anxiety and depression, in giving me something I can reach for when I'm in pain, or sick, can't sleep, can't relax, I feel empowered.
But remember, marijuana strains vary greatly, Sativia dominate strains are going to be more energetic and uppity, and more likely to cause paranoia, or racing thoughts. Where Indica dominate strains are going to be heavier, much more relaxing, and effecting/healing for the body.
If you have any questions, please ask! I love talking to people about this plant that has made my life so much better.

Wow, thank you for the information!

I was thinking of getting a medical card, but I can't because I just obtained a conceal carry weapons card. According to the feds, you can't do both. I did try CBD which is a legally sold portion of the plant. It doesn't get you high but I will attest that it eases pain and helps with sleep. And no high to recover from which is really good. If you live in the US you can order it online and possibly give it a try.

I'm with rainydaywoman. I absolutely looooove my puff and it really eases my PTSD symptoms the biggest one of which is the depression. I know it doesn't help everyone as we are all different but it certainly helps me. Just my 2 pennies worth.

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Manda xx

That's a wonderful point Orion777, CBD is great! The endocannabinoid system regulates the body's state of balance, impacting such functions as mood, sleep, appetite, hormone regulation, and pain and immune response.You can injest it, vape it. I've even had cbd infused peanut butter, and honey which can make a pb&j delicious AND therapeutic. And yes, it's 100% legal.