In New York, allowed to treat “Afghan syndrome” marijuana

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New York State Governor Andrew Cuomo has authorized the use of medical marijuana for the treatment of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).

PTSD was included in the list of conditions for which cannabis is used in a special law that Cuomo signed on Veterans Day - in a package with several other bills that improve conditions for veterans, according to the official website the governor.

It is former military personnel, law enforcement officers and rescue workers who most often suffer from PTSD (other names are “Afghan” or “Vietnamese syndrome”), the symptoms of which are nightmares, increased anxiety, insomnia, anger, intrusive memories, and in especially severe cases, hallucinations . The syndrome is a consequence of a traumatic situation such as participation in hostilities, a terrorist attack or any other major disaster, and requires treatment with pharmaceuticals, the effectiveness of which is questioned by many patients and doctors.

Many believe that medical marijuana is a more effective alternative to synthetic drugs. The explanation for the bill states that as a result of PTSD, the body stops producing endocannabinoids - neurotransmitters that regulate pain, sleep, memory, mood, appetite, memory, reproductive processes and many other functions. As a result of a deficiency of these substances, a disorder of the nervous system occurs, which leads to the appearance of symptoms of post-traumatic syndrome.

Cannabinoids contained in marijuana, the structure is almost identical to the natural endocannabinoids, so they can significantly alleviate the condition of patients.

Clinical studies state that using medical marijuana reduces the symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder by 72-77% without causing negative effects.

According to official information, in New York about 19 thousands of people suffer from PTSD.

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