Insomnia
Medical cannabis may provide a natural, calming solution for insomnia, helping to promote better sleep and enhance overall health.
Insomnia is a sleep disorder affecting around 1 in 3 people in the UK. People with insomnia find it difficult to get to sleep or stay asleep, despite feeling tired. This can be short term, lasting less than 3 months, or long term, lasting over 3 months. It is usually caused by things like stress, mental health issues, illness, pain, or medications.
Symptoms
Insomnia symptoms experienced at night include trouble falling asleep, frequently waking, or worrying about sleep. During the day, someone with insomnia may experience fatigue, depression, anxiety, trouble focusing, or may make more mistakes.
Treatments
When treating insomnia, your doctor will usually work to find the root cause. For example, if stress is the problem, you may be recommended lifestyle changes or relaxation techniques. Talking therapy can also alter thoughts and behaviours that affect your sleep. For severe insomnia, sleep medications can be prescribed temporarily, but medical cannabis can help to provide a safe, natural alternative.
60%
A 2022 study found cannabis effectively improved sleep, with 60% of participants no longer considered clinical insomniacs after 2 weeks
80%
A 2022 study found medical cannabis improved quality of sleep by up to 80%
45%
A 2014 study on medical cannabis for chronic pain found a 45% decrease in insomnia
30%
A 2022 study found levels of the sleep hormone melatonin improved by 30% with medical cannabis
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Word from our expert
Dr Sunil Arora Chief Medical Officer
If you’re struggling with insomnia, medical cannabis may help you fall asleep faster and stay asleep longer.
In our experience as experts in this field, cannabis is most beneficial in increasing the amount of sleep, allowing for deeper, more restorative rest.
By promoting relaxation and reducing anxiety, medical cannabis supports a natural sleep cycle and can be an effective alternative to traditional sleep medications.
At Emerald, our team of experts can help you explore medical cannabis treatments for insomnia that work for you, providing you with a safe, natural option to restore balance in your life.
