Marijuana as an Anti Depressant?

Discussion in 'General' started by Rosenrot1989, Aug 4, 2013.

  1. #1 Rosenrot1989, Aug 4, 2013
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    My father has had a long history of depression. He has taken so many anti depressants that it isn't even funny. Most of them have not helped and only made things worse. He is currently taking (A certain medicine). He was due for a refill this week, but due to problems with his health insurance he hasn't been able to have it fulfilled. He is dependent on it, so he is experiencing some withdrawl symptoms. Here is where Marijuana comes in. Do you think him using Marijuana until his prescription is fulfilled will help him? Or will it only make things worse? (anxiety, etc) He is extremely anti Marijuana (accidentaly tried it once and hated it) so I'm not sure he'd be open to trying it, but its worth a shot if it will make him feel better. Thanks
     
  2. #2 NeverOddOrEven., Aug 4, 2013
    Hey dude you should edit the part about his drugs, cant talk about those here. I've got family with bad depression and bi polar disorders 
    and MJ really makes a world of difference. Convince him to give it a try, it wont hurt. 
     
  3. #3 garrison68, Aug 4, 2013
    He should talk to the pharmacist and/or physician and find out if he can buy enough of his medication until the prescription problem is resolved.  If he is dependent on something, he is entitled to receive it, even he has to pay for it himself.  
     
  4. #4 Gonzopoly*, Aug 4, 2013
    Suggest it to him as charismatically as you can. If he's adamant, there's nothing you can do.
     
  5. #5 Rosenrot1989, Aug 5, 2013
    Well thanks for the replies everyone. Even before I had the chance to suggest it to him his insurance came through and he'll be able to get a refill today.
     
  6. #6 Serenity, Aug 5, 2013
    Maybe, maybe not. Weed has never helped with my depression. 
     
  7. #7 Firefly1628, Aug 5, 2013
    Really??!! I have been using it for depression and anxiety for about 8 months, its the only thing that really helps with both for me. I hated the shit they tried to put me on in high school ( i dont remember the name it may have been paxil) But it never took away my anxiety completely If i Vape on monday im usually set until wed or thursday. It was a HUGE help while i was breastfeeding too because I couldnt take any prescriptions during that time.
     
  8. #8 RyanMcG77, Aug 6, 2013
    I think its great for depression and anxiety, lol my sister uses it for anxiety, ive used it for depression. and i convinced my mom to get a medical card and she did, for pain while she has cancer.  marijuana has many medical uses man.
     

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