CBD for Autism

CBD is getting a lot of traction as a therapy for many ailments but often People get nervous at the thought of anything related to cannabis. There is however a quite difference between cannabidiol (CBD) oil and marijuana (either illegal or medical). CBD is just one of many substances that contains medicinal properties within the cannabis plant, and is therefore a derivative of the plant. When CBD oil is produced, it is extracted and mixed with a carrier such as coconut oil. CBD oil is legal in the United States and Europe as it contains less than 0.3 percent of the psychoactive element in the cannabis plant, known as tetrahydrocannabinol (THC). This means you can gain the benefits from the CBD without getting ‘high’. It also avoids the worrying possible psychosis that is linked to the THC element. For this reason CBD is far safer then marijuana and available to buy as a supplement.

Many scientific studies are underway, but so far families report CBD oils have been able to stress for people on the autism spectrum. On top of this it appears to lessen aggression, self-injurious behaviors, as well as anxiety. Recent reports have indicated CBD can even aid children with co-occurring seizures.

There are some possible but rare side effects including Nausea, Vomiting, Lightheadedness, Low blood pressure, Diarrhea, Dry mouth and in even rarer instances anxiety and depression or psychosis (although these are far more linked to THC not CBD). These side effect are worth being aware of and monitored if it is to be used. however in general considering the rarity of the side effects and the possible benefits, CBD seems like a treatment that is worth trying, if you do your research.