Cannabis Coaching: A New Approach to PTSD
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05/14/25 • 48 min
In this episode, Chris and Dorsey discuss the intersection of veterans' mental health and cannabis use, focusing on the benefits of cannabis coaching for PTSD and TBI. They explore the importance of understanding different cannabis strains, responsible use, and the role of THC and CBD in mental health treatment. The conversation emphasizes the need for education and advocacy to change perceptions and legislation surrounding cannabis, as well as the potential for cannabis to reduce alcohol dependency and improve social connections among veterans. The episode concludes with a call to action for listeners to engage in advocacy and support mental health resources.
Takeaways
- Cannabis coaching can significantly help veterans cope with PTSD and TBI.
- A recent study showed a decrease in pain intensity for veterans using cannabis coaching.
- Understanding the differences between cannabis strains is crucial for effective use.
- Responsible cannabis use is essential to avoid misuse and dependency.
- Defining personal goals is important when using cannabis for therapeutic purposes.
- CBD does not produce psychoactive effects, unlike THC.
- Cannabis may serve as a healthier alternative to alcohol for coping with stress.
- Education and advocacy are key to changing perceptions about cannabis use.
- The mental health benefits of cannabis can help reduce isolation among veterans.
- Legislative change is necessary to improve access to cannabis for therapeutic use.
https://www.leafly.com/news/cannabis-101
Step inside the wire with The Green Zone Podcast. This dynamic intro sets the tone for every episode—real talk, veteran-driven, and focused on alternative mental health, policy, and purpose. Hosted by Francis Dorsey and Chris Bartholomew, we bring the fight to the forefront. Whether you’re active, retired, or just getting your footing, this is your zone. Listen. Engage. Mobilize.
Listener Note: This podcast is intended for listeners over the age of 18 and is for educational and entertaining purposes only. The content is not medical advice, and we encourage you to consult with a professional for your individual needs.
In this episode, Chris and Dorsey discuss the intersection of veterans' mental health and cannabis use, focusing on the benefits of cannabis coaching for PTSD and TBI. They explore the importance of understanding different cannabis strains, responsible use, and the role of THC and CBD in mental health treatment. The conversation emphasizes the need for education and advocacy to change perceptions and legislation surrounding cannabis, as well as the potential for cannabis to reduce alcohol dependency and improve social connections among veterans. The episode concludes with a call to action for listeners to engage in advocacy and support mental health resources.
Takeaways
- Cannabis coaching can significantly help veterans cope with PTSD and TBI.
- A recent study showed a decrease in pain intensity for veterans using cannabis coaching.
- Understanding the differences between cannabis strains is crucial for effective use.
- Responsible cannabis use is essential to avoid misuse and dependency.
- Defining personal goals is important when using cannabis for therapeutic purposes.
- CBD does not produce psychoactive effects, unlike THC.
- Cannabis may serve as a healthier alternative to alcohol for coping with stress.
- Education and advocacy are key to changing perceptions about cannabis use.
- The mental health benefits of cannabis can help reduce isolation among veterans.
- Legislative change is necessary to improve access to cannabis for therapeutic use.
https://www.leafly.com/news/cannabis-101
Step inside the wire with The Green Zone Podcast. This dynamic intro sets the tone for every episode—real talk, veteran-driven, and focused on alternative mental health, policy, and purpose. Hosted by Francis Dorsey and Chris Bartholomew, we bring the fight to the forefront. Whether you’re active, retired, or just getting your footing, this is your zone. Listen. Engage. Mobilize.
Listener Note: This podcast is intended for listeners over the age of 18 and is for educational and entertaining purposes only. The content is not medical advice, and we encourage you to consult with a professional for your individual needs.
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Step inside the wire with The Green Zone Podcast. This dynamic intro sets the tone for every episode—real talk, veteran-driven, and focused on alternative mental health, policy, and purpose. Hosted by Francis Dorsey and Chris Bartholomew, we bring the fight to the forefront. Whether you’re active, retired, or just getting your footing, this is your zone. Listen. Engage. Mobilize.
Listener Note: This podcast is intended for listeners over the age of 18 and is for educational and entertaining purposes only. The content is not medical advice, and we encourage you to consult with a professional for your individual needs.
The Green Zone - Cannabis Coaching: A New Approach to PTSD
Transcript
Chris (00:00)
Welcome back to the green zone podcast. We talk all things, veterans, mental health, and cannabis. Well, not just cannabis. We talk about psychedelics, cannabis, all sorts of alternative means to helping soldiers, airmen, coast guard men, semen, whatever you want to call them, helping them get through a lot of the things that we go through after we have been in service. ⁓ Yeah, exactly. Right. That's why I couldn't go Navy, but, ⁓
Dorsey (00:21)
Mmm, see you man.
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