CBD for Depression & Anxiety: What You Need to Know

Discover the relevant research & clinical guidelines for treating insomnia

Genevieve Newton, DC, PhD

Anxiety disorders are some of the most common conditions in the world, affecting hundreds of millions of people.

Mental health is multi-faceted, and there are many steps patients can take to begin feeling better...but what if your next patient asks you if CBD could help alleviate their symptoms?

Anecdotal evidence is everywhere, and it’s well-known that many people self-medicate with cannabis. Already anxious and stressed — and now overwhelmed with CBD options — patients need to be educated by someone with your clinical experience…

What does the research show? What recommendations, if any, are clinicians able to make? Genevieve Newton, DC, PhD, highlights the gaps in current research and reflects with colleagues on their experiences in the below video.



This blog is the third in a series examining the effects of CBD on common physical and mental health conditions. Check out the other installments to get an update on the latest research and recommendations: CBD for Chronic Pain and CBD for Better Sleep.
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Meet the Expert:
Dr. Genevieve Newton, DC, PhD, has spent the past 19 years as a researcher and educator in the field of nutritional sciences. A series of personal health crises led her to discover the benefits of cannabinoids, and she soon found herself engrossed in studying the endocannabinoid system and therapeutic applications of cannabis/cannabinoids in mental health, pain, sleep, and neurological disorders. She has recently taken a position as the Scientific Director at Fringe, a new medical CBD and education company.

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Topic: Anxiety/Depression | CBD

Tags: Occupational Therapy (OT) | Physical Therapy (PT)

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