No. Canaria has been known to increase depression

Hi. I really like your question and am thrilled that you're exploring different options! I, too, prefer more natural approaches when possible. As a naturopath, I want to share that there are many options on the spectrum that fall between medications and cannabis. Supplements that include vitamins, herbs, and amino acids can be effective for a lot of issues, including mental health challenges. I prefer these to cannabis, as cannabis causes impairment and often a psychological dependence. I've worked with many people who have struggled to discontinue use after having been regular users. My best to you on your journey.

Hi! I can certainly understand wanting to switch to something natural. In my opinion, using cannabis starting at age 15 isn't the best option because of the potential damage to the brain, while it is still forming. Ideally everyone would wait until after age 25-30! That being said, occasional use may provide some desired symptom relief and it's not the worst substance to turn to, especially if you're feeling desperate. It must be challenging to avoid if others in the family are using it. In my experience, there are very real causes for feeling depressed, anxious and having trouble sleeping. My recommendation would be to work with someone to identify and address those causes with you, which can be done all naturally, safely and effectively. Sincerely, Dr Wertkin I'm here if you need further support. Naturae Medical Holistic Healthcare naturaemedical.comhttp://www.naturaemedical.com/ The information or documents contained in this email is confidential and may contain confidential health or other information intended only for the use by the the individual or entity to who it is addressed. The information herein is privileged and legally protected from disclosure by HIPPA and may also be protected by the Electronic Communications Privacy Act, 18 USC Sections 2510-2522. If the reader of this message is not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any dissemination, distribution, copying or the taking of any action in reliance on the contents of this transmission by someone other then the intended addressee or its designated agent of this communication is strictly prohibited. If you have received this communication in error, please immediately notify us and delete the original message.

I am just not sure cannabis should be your sole focus. What other simple and foundational measures for self care and health are being overlooked by focusing on these higher interventions? Ex. vitamin deficiencies, hormone imbalance, eating non-foods that are unfortuantely sold as foods in the grocery stores, too much screen time, not enough boundaries with social media, unprocessed grief and stress, situational symptoms of anxiety & depression (like a pandemic). I am not saying cannabis would not help, but it is being treated just the same as your Rx med, whereas the other approaches would address more of your whole being. Can you find a trained professional you would be willing to work with, that you trust and feel respected by? Do not try to medicate on your own.

Hello

I would not recommend it as I feel you are too young. also, it is approved for pain that is non-responsive to other medications. I feel with you taking anti depressants and going to counseling, you should feel better. All the best to you.

I'm not a big fan of cannabis and honestly never prescribed it to my patients. I do believe that we have a lot of natural and/or pharmaceutical remedies for anxiety, insomnia, depression, etc that work better than cannabis.