Cannabis linked to short-term PTSD relief in veterans
Cannabis use linked to fewer PTSD symptoms and lower negative affect in veterans.
Why it matters
- PTSD affects many veterans, and effective treatments are needed.
- Cannabis may offer short-term relief for some PTSD symptoms.
By the numbers
- Study involved 74 U.S. veterans with PTSD.
- Data collected over three months via mobile app.
- On high days, veterans reported fewer PTSD symptoms and lower negative affect.
The big picture
- Cannabis shows potential for short-term PTSD symptom relief.
- Long-term effects and misuse risks need further study.
What they're saying
- Commenters note cannabis helps with nightmares and feeling "on edge".
- Some users report improved functionality with cannabis use.
Caveats
- Self-reported data may be biased.
- Small sample size limits generalizability.
- Short-term effects only; long-term impacts unclear.
What’s next
- More longitudinal studies needed to understand sustained benefits.
- Further research to determine if cannabis is a beneficial treatment or maladaptive coping strategy.