Do you have trouble sleeping? If so, you’re not alone. Millions of people around the world suffer from sleep problems. There are many different causes of insomnia and other sleep disorders, but one treatment that is becoming increasingly popular is cannabis. THC and CBD, two of the main compounds found in cannabis, have been shown to help improve sleep in a variety of ways. In this blog post, we will discuss how THC and CBD can help improve your sleep, as well as some things to keep in mind when using cannabis for sleep problems.
What Is Insomnia?
Insomnia is a sleep disorder that affects millions of people worldwide. People with insomnia have difficulty falling asleep, staying asleep, or waking up too early in the morning. Some common symptoms include daytime tiredness and irritability, anxiety about going to bed at night time because you know it will be difficult to fall asleep again after waking up once already during the night (this can lead some patients feeling like they are “losing control” over their lives). You may also experience feelings of depression due to lack of energy caused by poor quality sleep patterns such as those found among insomniacs – these feelings often result from not getting enough restful hours spent lying down each day which results in fatigue throughout the following day.
How Cannabis Can Help You Sleep
Cannabis has been shown to help improve sleep in a variety of ways. For one, cannabis can help you fall asleep more quickly. In addition, cannabis can also help you stay asleep for longer periods of time. Finally, cannabis may also help reduce nighttime awakenings. Let’s take a closer look at each of these benefits:
Fall Asleep Faster: One study showed that smoking THC-rich cannabis before bed led participants to fall asleep faster than those who didn’t smoke cannabis (the effects of vaping were not studied). This is likely because THC is known to have sedative effects. It’s important to note that the dose of THC matters – if you take too much, you may end up feeling anxious and paranoid, which will likely interfere with your ability to fall asleep.
Longer Sleep Duration: A study published in the Journal of Clinical Pharmacology showed that THC can help increase total sleep duration. In this study, participants who took THC before bed slept for an average of almost eight hours, compared to just over six hours for those who didn’t take THC. It’s worth noting that some people do not feel overly sedated after taking THC and are able to get out of bed without difficulty – if this is the case for you, then using cannabis may be a good way to extend your sleep duration.
Fewer Nighttime Wakings: Finally, cannabis has also been shown to reduce nighttime awakenings. One study found that people who took THC before bed were less likely to wake up during the night than those who didn’t take it. It’s important not to overdo it when using cannabis for sleep problems though – if you take too much, then your body can build up tolerance levels and start needing more of the drug each time in order to achieve similar effects as before (which means higher doses could lead towards insomnia).
What To Keep In Mind When Using Cannabis For Sleep
When it comes to using cannabis for sleep, there are a few things that you should keep in mind. First off, make sure you’re using high-quality products from reputable sources like dispensaries or online stores. Using low-grade products may cause negative side effects such as paranoia or anxiety, which can make it difficult to fall asleep. You also want to consider whether or not you’re using cannabis for a medical reason – if so, then there may be some specific strains that are better suited towards treating certain conditions than others (for example: indica vs sativa). Finally, remember how much THC is in each product; too little will have no effect on your sleep quality while too much could cause insomnia.
Want to Learn More About How Cannabis Can Improve Your Sleep?
If none of this makes any sense at all don’t worry! It took me months before I understood what CBD was and how it works with THC for medicinal purposes. If you’d like to learn more about CBD or THC for sleep, we recommend that you consult with a Certified Cannabis Educator.