A brief summary of the condition, it’s causes,
common symptoms and treatment pathways
and how Medical Cannabis could help.
A brief summary of the condition, it’s causes,
common symptoms, treatment plans
and how Medical Cannabis can help.
Mixed Anxiety and Depressive Disorder is the combination of intense fear or worry, caused by anxiety, with the persistent low mood and loss of motivation, caused by Depression.
In much the same way as Depression or Anxiety diagnoses by themselves, Mixed Anxiety and Depressive Disorder can cause physical and psychological symptoms. These can include symptoms such as:
Mixed Anxiety and Depressive Disorder is one of the most common mental health disorders. It affects 8 in every 100 people in the UK.
As with Anxiety or Depression, it is likely caused by a combination of biological and environmental factors. Many people with mental health disorders have a genetic predisposition to them.
Stressful life events such as illness, unemployment, financial insecurity, divorce etc can all be triggers for Mixed Anxiety and Depressive Disorder.
Imbalances of hormones (eg in puberty / menopause) or chemicals in the brain (responsible for mood / happiness) are also known to cause Anxiety and Depression, or a combination of the two. Chronic health conditions can also mean people are more likely to feel low or anxious.
Talking therapies are the initial treatment of the choice for Mixed Anxiety and Depressive Disorder. This can be in a group, or 1-to-1 therapy. This includes CBT, which helps people recognise and change negative thinking patterns and behaviours that contribute to their symptoms. It teaches coping strategies, helps reduce Anxiety and Depression.
Combination treatment of talking therapies and medication is also often used if talking therapies alone aren’t enough to resolve symptoms of Mixed Anxiety and Depressive Disorder.
Antidepressants such as SSRIs or SNRIs are generally first line treatment for the depression aspect, whereas short-term prescriptions for beta-blockers or even benzodiazepines can help combat the symptoms of excessive anxiety.
Lifestyle changes will also help to improve mood in general.
Regular exercise, a healthy diet and good sleep hygiene are all known to promote a healthier mind and improve the symptoms of Mixed Anxiety and Depressive Disorder.
Medical cannabis contains cannabinoids that interact with the body’s endocannabinoid system, which plays a role in regulating mood, sleep, and appetite; areas that are often disrupted in people with Mixed Anxiety and Depressive Disorder.
The two primary compounds in medical cannabis are the cannabinoids cannabidiol (CBD) and tetrahydrocannabinol (THC). These bind to CB1 and CB2 receptors in the body, and can help with the different symptoms of Mixed Anxiety and Depressive Disorder.
CBD is non-psychoactive and therefore does not produce a “high”. Research suggests that CBD can help reduce Anxiety and improve mood, which make it beneficial for managing Mixed Anxiety and Depressive Disorder.
THC is the compound that produces the “high” and is known to induce euphoria and relaxation. However, high ratios of THC can worsen anxiety and paranoia so it is important to be prescribed the right balance of these cannabinoids when discussing your symptoms with a specialist.
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