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Sleep vs. Cannabis: Does it help or hurt?

May 17, 2023
Explore the interaction between cannabis and sleep, discussing how marijuana affects sleep quality, the impact of consuming edibles at night, and the consequences of using marijuana as a sleep aid. Discover the intriguing behavior of turns, the relationship between romantic relationships and mental health, and how marijuana influences our natural sleep cycles.
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  • Chronic cannabis use leads to disrupted sleep patterns and increased insomnia rates.
  • THC in cannabis can reduce slow wave sleep, REM sleep, and cause fragmented sleep.

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Chronic Cannabis Use and Sleep Patterns

Chronic cannabis users experience disrupted sleep patterns with higher rates of insomnia. Insomnia was found to be 45% higher in cannabis users compared to non-users, with increased likelihood of sleeping less than six hours or longer than nine hours, impacting overall health.

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