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Hello. I have severe C-PTSD and have also had horrific experiences with the so-called mental healthcare system. I am at the end of my rope and I'm open to any and all suggestions for a healing direction. I also struggle a lot with anger because of everything that has happened to me.
my stress levels have been through the roof lately and it is starting to take a serious toll on my daily life. i wake up with a clenched jaw, my chest feels tight half the time, and i am constantly irritable over the smallest things. it feels like my nervous system is stuck in fight or flight mode and i can never fully relax even when i have free time on the weekends. i really want to handle this naturally before it gets worse but im not sure what actually moves the needle when you are already completely overwhelmed.
everyone always says to just meditate or go for a walk but when im in the middle of a stressful week sitting quietly with my thoughts just makes me feel more anxious. i have tried cutting back on coffee and going to bed earlier but i still feel this underlying buzz of tension. i want to know what specific, practical changes actually worked for you guys to bring your baseline stress down. did you change how you structure your day, start a specific hobby, or find a routine that actually stops a stress spiral in its tracks?
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thanks
I thought this was an interesting study to sit with, especially for anyone involved in cannabis education, healthcare, caregiving or retail.
A new JAMA Network Open study looked at adults age 60+ and explored why they were interested in edible cannabis products containing THC, CBD or a combination of both.
What stood out to me was not recklessness. It was thoughtfulness.
Many older adults were interested in edibles because they were looking for better sleep, more comfort, fewer medication-related concerns, or more options after feeling like they had already tried a lot of other things.
The important part is that edibles can be confusing, especially for older adults.
A few practical points I think deserve more attention:
1. THC and CBD are not the same.
2. Edibles can take longer to feel and may last longer than expected.
3. THC may cause impairment, which matters more when fall risk, driving, cognition, or medications are involved.
4. CBD is non-intoxicating, but that does not mean it is “nothing” or automatically simple.
Combination products can be appealing, but ratios and dosing can be hard to understand without guidance.
My takeaway: older adults do not need more judgment around cannabis. They need better education, clearer product information, and safer conversations with clinicians, caregivers and knowledgeable professionals.
Question: Curious what others are seeing: are older adults in your community asking more questions about edibles, THC/CBD ratios, sleep, pain or product safety?
Disclaimer: Educational discussion only. Not medical advice. Cannabis may cause impairment and may interact with medications. Older adults should consult a licensed clinician before use, especially with medications, fall risk, cognitive concerns or other health considerations.