Medicinal Cannabis and Sleep
Doctor-guided support for better sleep quality and wellbeing
Sleep problems are rarely just about sleep
- Chronic pain, anxiety, stress, and inflammation often disrupt sleep
- Addressing sleep issues means understanding the underlying cause.
- This is where medicinal cannabis may be considered - carefully.
Medicinal cannabis is not a sleeping pill
- It does not work the same way as traditional sleep medications.
- It may influence sleep indirectly through pain, stress, and nervous system regulation.
- It may influence sleep indirectly through pain, stress, and nervous system regulation.
- Results vary widely between individuals.
Quick Summary
- Cannabinoids may influence sleep regulation through the endocannabinoid system (ECS)
- CBD and THC can affect sleep differently depending on dose and individual response
- Current evidence is mixed and still emerging
- Medical supervision is recommended when using cannabis for sleep support
How Cannabis May Affect Sleep
CBD and Sleep
CBD is non-intoxicating and may help sleep indirectly by addressing contributing factors such as:
- Anxiety or stress
- Chronic pain
- Inflammation
- Muscle tension
Some studies suggest CBD may improve sleep quality in certain individuals, particularly when sleep disturbance is related to anxiety or pain.
THC and Sleep
THC has sedative effects at certain doses and may:
- Reduce sleep latency (time taken to fall asleep)
- Increase total sleep time in some individuals
However, THC can also:
- Cause next-day grogginess
- Affect REM sleep
- Worsen sleep quality in higher doses or long-term use
For this reason, THC is typically used cautiously and under medical guidance.
What we know - and what we don't
- The current body of evidence is mixed and continues to evolve.
- Some individuals report improvements in sleep quality, particularly when underlying symptoms are addressed.
- Medicinal cannabis is not considered a first-line treatment for sleep disorders in current clinical practice.
A personalized assessment is important
If sleep issues are affecting your quality of life, a clinical consultation can help determine whether medicinal cannabis may be appropriate for you.
If sleep issues are affecting your quality of life, a consultation can help determine whether medicinal cannabis is appropriate for you.
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