Once classified as manic depression bipolar disorder is a condition known for extreme and sudden mood swings. People who struggle with this disorder find themselves bouncing constantly between the two extremes of deep depression and manic highs meaning that they can often seem extremely lethargic or wildly energetic depending on the mood you catch them in. The abrupt shifts in mood can be quite jarring not only for the person with the issue but also for the friends and loved ones who are around them.
This condition has a profound effect on the day to day life of the people who struggle with it and sadly there is no known cure. Therapies and medications are available to help manage and alleviate symptoms and manage episodes of extreme behavior but often the side effects of traditional treatments can cause more issues for the user than they are worth.
Although more research is needed some very promising studies have been done to suggest that the use of marijuana can be an effective medical treatment which doesn’t trigger as many adverse reactions in quite so many of the people who attempt to use it. Weed and mood swings can also be interrelated however so it is important to be aware of your tolerances and dose yourself appropriately!
Blue Dream is a sativa dominant hybrid containing 17-24% THC and trace amounts of CBD. This cross of blueberry indica and super silver haze was introduced as a strictly medicinal strain used as a mood elevator. Though this strain is very potent most who use it, even recreationally, don’t do so with the intention of getting blasted off to another dimension. Rather the soothing full body relaxation this strain provides is ideal for kicking back and leaving all your cares behind you. Perfectly suited as a pick-me-up strain for anyone in the depths of a bipolar low.
Headband is another great option for bipolar sufferers as it features a heavy and calming effect that is sure to put your troubles and anxieties in the rearview mirror in seconds flat. With a THC content of up to 27% even the weaker versions of this strain feature no less than 20% so be aware that this is a potent medicine capable of knocking you flat if you use too much in one go. If you find yourself in the midst of a high flying manic episode headband and its noted brain fog effect will help ground you back to earth and have you focused and calm again in no time making it one of the best strains for bipolar disorder on the market today.