{"id":3617,"date":"2021-02-11T23:04:59","date_gmt":"2021-02-11T23:04:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/weedmaps.com\/learn\/?p=3617"},"modified":"2026-02-22T13:47:20","modified_gmt":"2026-02-22T13:47:20","slug":"marijuana-bipolar","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/weedmaps.com\/learn\/cannabis-and-your-body\/marijuana-bipolar","title":{"rendered":"Marijuana and bipolar disorder"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Extreme highs and lows characterize bipolar disorder, a neurological condition that affects more than 2 million Americans. Individuals with bipolar disorder may experience intense bursts of energy followed by depressive episodes. They may have racing thoughts, be easily distracted, and exhibit reckless behavior. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cannabis has shown potential as an alternative treatment for anxiety<\/a>, but could the plant also help patients with bipolar disorder?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\n\tAn overview of the research<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Most research has shown that cannabis is unlikely to successfully treat bipolar disorder. In many cases, marijuana may exacerbate the symptoms. In addition, some research has suggested that cannabis consumption could even trigger the disorder in certain individuals. <\/p>\n\n\n\t\t\t

\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\"Cannabs\n\t\t\t<\/a>Photo by: Gina Coleman\/Weedmaps<\/cite>
Most research has shown that cannabis is unlikely to successfully treat bipolar disorder. In many cases, marijuana may exacerbate the symptoms.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\t\t\t