The 8 Most Important CBD Studies Ever Published

5. CBD As An Anti-Psychotic Medicine

The ultra-paranoid reaction marijuana use can provoke is one of the stereotypical images of being “too stoned.” Some people are more sensitive to THC than others, and the psychoactive cannabinoid can induce intense anxiety and even promote some psychotic reactions if you over-use it.

Research into CBD, however, shows that CBD works like an antidote to THC. CBD can counter the intense psychoactive effects of THC, leading to a more balanced experience. It’s that fact that led researchers to look into the anti-psychotic effects of CBD.

In 2014, researchers published a report titled “Impact of Cannabis Use on the Development of Psychotic Disorders.” This is the most comprehensive study of its kind, and one of the most important CBD studies to date.

Understanding the link between psychosis and cannabis is crucial for understanding its impact on human mental health. According to this study, more research is needed. However, the researchers do conclude that “cannabis is neither necessary nor sufficient to cause a persistent psychotic disorder.” And in fact, CBD may help to counteract some of the psychosis-like effects of cannabis.

Overall, the study helps to combat some of the negative stereotypes about “reefer madness” that still circulate around today.