Autism

Understand how medical marijuana helps with Autism.

Medical marijuana can help with the symptoms of Autism. Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a developmental disability that affects how people communicate, learn, and behave. It's caused by differences in the brain. 

Symptoms 

• Social communication: Difficulty with social interaction and communication

• Repetitive behaviors: Restricted or repetitive behaviors, interests, or activities

• Sensory abnormalities: Over- or under-sensitivity to light, sound, taste, or touch

• Learning: Different ways of learning, moving, or paying attention

• Anxiety: Extreme anxiety

• Meltdowns and shutdowns: Intense emotional reactions or withdrawal when overwhelmed

Diagnosis

• Autism can be diagnosed at any age, but signs usually appear by age 2 or 3.

• A formal diagnosis requires that symptoms cause significant impairment in multiple areas of life. 

Treatment 

• Behavioral therapies and other support can help people with autism manage challenges and make the most of their strengths.

Risk factors 

• Older parents

• Being male or assigned male at birth

• A sibling with autism

• Certain genetic conditions, such as Down, fragile X, and Rett syndromes

• Very low birth weight

Medical marijuana can help with Autism?

A meta-analysis featured by the National Institute of Health reports the primary benefits of medical cannabis use include calming effects, including improved anxiety, irritability, aggression/agitation, hyperactivity, and sleep.

There were also improvements in the symptoms of autism spectrum disorder. There were few adverse effects when using THC/CBD to treat the symptoms of Autism.