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EDITORIAL
Volume 25, Issue 30
Jan 22 - Jan 28, 2020
DDG IS
PUBLISHED WEEKLY BY
DDG Media group
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1717 E Vista Chino A7-480, 18 Business Dir.
Palm Springs, CA 92262
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EDITOR: Will Paige 34 Adrian’s Picks
Adrian Ayala,
Contributing Writers: Will
Paige, Adrian Ayala
Adam’s art, Vic Gerami
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Marko Russell, Mike Thomas,
Frank Failing, David Stanfield
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TOYS
ART GALLERY
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COVER
After several decades
of personal drug
research in the
pharmaceutical
industry, genetic and
personally observing
the effects of
marijuana on
many friends and
associates, Yes, and I
and other scientific
communities are
begging to know what
Cheech and Chong
have been telling us
for decades. This is a
wonder drug. During
these decades, we
learned about the
active ingredient
in marijuana and
also discovered
how it works in
the brain—via the
endocannabinoid
(EC) system. The
EC system—named
after the marijuana
plant. Its active
ingredient delta-9-
tetrahydrocannabinol
(THC)—that affects
many important
human functions,
including how
a person feels,
moves, and reacts to
neurotransmitters.
Am I in your brain
yet?
But this is about
Cannabidiol (CBD)
its more mature,
cooler brother but
without the high.
May have even seen it
as an add-in booster
to your post-workout
smoothie or morning
coffee. BUT
Continued on page 23
Adrian's
Pics
POP Culture
HAPPY HOLIDAYS!
10 QUESTIONS
WITH VIC
Vic Gerami is a
journalist and media
contributor
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INSIDER GUIDE
WILL THE BARS STAY OPEN TIL
4 AM?????
BEST BET: LATE NIGHT BAR AND
RESTAURANT RUNWAY RESTAURANT MEET
Meet at the bar, sleep at the hotel!
BEST BET: GAY SUNDAY BEVERAGE BUST
Get together at The Barracks
BEST BET: GAY THEME NIGHTS at the Tool
Shed Bar and The Barracks.
BEST BET: GAY BINGO OH 69 at the Tool
Shed Bar Wed. & Sat. 12pm - 3pm
BEST BET: Best Bottomless Champagne
Breakfast starter at Pinocchio's of the
Desert
BEST BET: EVERY DAY Breakfast, Lunch,
and Dinner
at Sunshine Cafe in Cathedral City.
BEST BET: GAY MOVIES gay, cult and
pop movies at the Palm Springs Cultural
Center for schedule of events visit
palmspringsculturalcenter.org.
BEST FREE BET: Village-fest Street
Festival Thursday night street fair featuring
arts, crafts, food, and entertainment! Its
also fun to watch the gay community as you
walk down Arenas Rd, the heart of the gay
community. Downtown, Thursdays, 6pm-
10pm
Certified Farmers Market: Palm Springs
(Indoor)
Sat, 8:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Pavilion, 402 S Pavilion Way
Palm Springs, CA
CDC WARNING on vaping
Updated December 31, 2019
Syndromic dataexternal icon on emergency
department (ED) visits suggest that the
e-cigarette, or vaping, product use-associated
lung injury (EVALI) outbreak began in June
2019.
LGBTQ CENTER OF THE DESERT (760-
416-7790)
COMMUNITY FOOD BANK at the Center
(760-416-7790
SCOTT HINES BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
CLINIC at the CENTER (760-416-7899)
1301 North Palm Canyon Drive, Suite
301, Palm Springs, CA 92262
TheCenterPS.org
Daily programing is available online at the
above website or by calling the Center.
SAVE THE DATE:
February 4th – Suicide: Safe Talk
February 5th – Shoulder and Neck Pain and
Current Interventions
February 7th – LeatherSex Conversations
February 12th – Unhappy Days – How to
Feel Good Even on a Bad Day
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BUSINESS DIRECTORY
DID you know? Financial donations are what keep “food
on the table.” We exist because of individual donors like
yourself. No donation is too small, nor too big. Our
yearly budget of $450,000.00 provides food and services
to thousands of people. Churches, individuals and
Foundations are what make it possible for us to do our
job of helping others. wellinthedesert.org
Bars & Restaurants
FEATURED
Pinocchio In the Desert
Palm Springs breakfast and
lunch bistro restaurant with a
warm and welcoming, lively
fun European Atmosphere.
134 East Tahquitz Canyon
Way, PS
Rio Azul - Mexican Style Rest.
& Bar
Best authentic Mexican
style restaurant in the valley.
With patio and Bar. Home
of an original and distinct
interpretation of Mexican food
.Longest running Sunday Drag
Brunch.(760) 992-5641 350
South Indian Cyn, PS,
Eagle 501 Bar
LEVI/LEATHER bar in the
heart of Arenas, Palm Springs
301 E Arenas Rd , PS
Runway Restaurant & Bar
The valleys premier arts and
entertainment. Featuring
American Casual Dining
Sunshine Cafe
Nearly as perfect as it gets!
Known as a local hole in the
wall with a funky vibe and
fantastic food, frequented by
celebrities, politicians, word
of mouth visitors from around
the world. 36815 Cathedral
Canyon Dr. CC
(760) 328-1415 6:00 am
The Barracks
LEVI/LEATHER No matter
your fetish, if you’re in the
mood for some great cruising
or just listening to some sexy
music while you have a cigar
and conversation at the largest
patio bar in the desert.
67625 E. Palm Canyon Dr. CC
Tool Shed
LEVI/LEATHER In the Warm
Sands District in central Palm
Springs.
600 E Sunny Dunes Rd , PS
(760) 320-3299
10:00 am – 2:00 am
Tryst Bar and Lounge
Eclectic mix of straight and
gays of all ages, AMI Video
More Gay & Gay Friendly
Bars and Restaurants.
Cathedral City
AJ Sports
Roost
Trunks
Studio One 11
Desert Hot Springs
Playoffs Sports Bar
Palm Springs
Toucan’s
Streetbar
Oscar’s
Chill bar
Hunters
Stacy’s
BlackBook
QUADZ
RetroRoom Lounge
Phoenix
Charlie's
Dick's Cabaret
Kobalt Bar
Pat O's
Stacy's
Inland Empire
The Menagerie
VIP
Alibi East
Drinks & Drag at CCBC Jukebox - Pool -Darts- Air Hook-Up
Resort Hotel.68300 Gay Resort Hockey - Giant Jenga.
340 Restaurant & Nightclub
Drive, CC
Everyone is Welcome at Tryst
21+ 188 S Indian Canyon Dr
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PRESENTS
2020
SATURDAY
MARCH 21
8PM – 11PM
General admission
tickets Go on sale
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 14TH
BENIFITTING
The
CENTER
www.thecenterps.org | 760.416.7790
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Continued from page 8
are you aware of its benefits?
According to a report from the World
Health Organization, “In humans, CBD
exhibits no effects indicative of any abuse
or dependence potential…. To date, there
is no evidence of public health related
problems associated with the use of pure
CBD.” But before I get in over my head
here, lets let the experts talk.
CBD IN RECOVERY:
FACT & FICTION
A Back to Basics Analysis of 12-Step
Programs’
Support for CBD from a Big Book Thumper.
By Vic Gerami
Many in the recovery community are
unsure or confused about whether they
can use CBD products and remain sober. I
have been in recovery and sober for almost
twelve years and active in a 12-Step program,
but I still find myself cautious about
new products and information.
Many people in recovery who are overcoming
alcoholism, drug abuse and other
addictions grew up with untreated mental
illness. They found alcohol and other substances
down the line to treat their anxiety,
depression and other mental health matters.
The majority still suffer from these
illnesses, even after they become sober.
RECOVERY: FACT & FICTION
Contrary to the myth repeated by a fringe
few, the founders of AA, Bill Wilson and
Dr. Bob, recommended psychiatric drugs
and other remedies as part of one’s recovery.
Bill Wilson, co-founder of AA consulted
with one of the most prominent psychiatrists
of all time, Dr. Carl Jung when
researching alcoholism.
Page 133 of the Big Book states, “Now
about health: A body badly burned by alcohol
does not often recover overnight nor
do twisted thinking and depression vanish
in a twinkling.
God has abundantly supplied this world
with fine doctors, psychologists, and practitioners
of various kinds. Do not hesitate
to take your health problems to such persons.
Most of them give freely of themselves,
that their fellows may enjoy sound
minds and bodies. Try to remember that
though God has wrought miracles among
us, we should never belittle a good doctor
or psychiatrist. Their services are often
indispensable in treating a newcomer and
in following his case afterward.”
In AA and many other 12-Step programs,
there is widespread support for using other
therapies, prescriptions and natural supplements
to support recovery.
Continued on page 36
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AdamsArtExpose’ ART
Johnny Cash is an icon in the music
world. His reputation converges
connections with Country, Rock, and
gospel music in which he developed
within his own style. He was born to
a sharecropper family in Arkansas in
1932. His early life included hardship
and tragedy. The poverty experienced by
the family was exaggerated by the death
of his older brother of whom he was
close to, in 1944, in a sawmill accident.
His music lyrics contained aspects of
sorrow, personal suffering, and personal
salvation.
His mother taught him to play guitar at
a young age. His early prepuberty voice
changed to a deep baritone. He was
featured on some local radio stations
in Arkansas in his teen years where his
local reputation started to develop. He
enlisted in the U.S. Air Force in 1950
where he spent most of his enlistment in
Germany. While in Germany he started a
band called "The Landsberg Barbarians"
After an honorable discharge from
the Air Force in 1954, he returned to
Tennessee where he studied to be a radio
announcer while still performing at
night clubs in off-hours. He eventually
signed with the record company Sun
Records in Nashville. The first songs
that gained him notoriety were, "Cry,
Cry, Cry", and "Hey Porter" During the
following 3 years he recorded: Folsom
Prison Blues", and, "I Walk The Line"
In 1958 He was signed with Columbia
Records after which his " Don't Take
Your Guns To Town", was one of the best
selling records of his career.
Johnny Cash, in addition to being a
vocalist and a musician, made statements
with his music and his clothing. He
became known as the man who wore
black. He was aware of the hard life
of struggling people from his early
childhood experience. He also became
aware of the plight of Native Americans
and the Trail of Tears story. He
performed concerts at Native American
rallies and gave proceeds to their
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AdamsArtExpose’
JOHNNY CASH - THE MAN IN BLACK WHOSE MUSIC UNITED AND INFORMED

causes. His fame brought him to play at
the White House while Richard Nixon was
president. Nixon asked him to play, "Okie
from Muskogee" about drug users and war
protesters, and "Welfare Cadillac", which
put down the needs of welfare recipients.
Instead, Cash played "A Boy Named Sue",
and "the Ballad of Ira Hayes", about a
WWII Native American veteran who was
mistreated when returning from the war.
Cash was also a major protester of the
Vietnam War. He stated that he wore black
on behalf of the poor and hungry on behalf
of the prisoner who has long paid for his
crime and .... for those who were betrayed by
age or drugs Regarding the war in Vietnam,
he said he wore black in mourning "for the
lives that could have been" Throughout his
life he had been plagued by drug abuse and
health problems.
His life was an anomaly in many ways, He
was a friend of Billy Graham and narrated
a film by Graham on the Life of Jesus.
However, since it has become common
knowledge that Billy Graham and his
enterprises were actually exploiting the
poor and downtrodden and supporting
white supremest groups and the NRA,
along with the Republican mantra of similar
exploitations. Cash's association was
primarily as a result of his religious faith and
not the political and social downfalls of Billy
Graham.
Johnny Cash's music has become recognized
as informing on aspects of social injustice.
He was a-political and would not give
allegiance to either political party, although
he did develop a close friendship with
Jimmy Carter. Historically his music
will be remembered as informing and
uniting, which is much needed in this time
of division and obstruction during the
impeachment of a tyrannical president.
Questions, comments, suggestions, contact -
adamsartepose@gmail.com
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BUSINESS DIRECTORY
BUSINESS DIRECTORY
LGBT AND LGBT FRIENDLY
RESORTS PALM SPRINGS STYLE
CCBC Resort 760 324-1350 See page 2
68-300 Gay Resort Drive
CCBC is the largest clothing optional Gay
men’s resort in Southern California.
Located just a few minutes from downtown
Palm Springs, Our 3.5 acre fantasy
playground is perfect for weekend getaways
and extended stays.
ccbcresorthotel.com
TRIANGLE INN 760-322-7993
555 E. San Lorenzo Rd
92264 Palm Springs CA
Romantic and relaxing or fun and frisky. At
the Triangle Inn Palm Springs, the choice
is yours. This award-winning, and historic
Palm Springs Resort is a feast for all your
senses, with a special flair for Southern
(California) hospitality. triangle-inn.com
Chaps Inn CLOSED
Don’t stay where the boys are ….. stay
where the men are! Swim in or laze by
the heated salt water pool, enjoy the spa,
cool misting system and steam room! Play
in the outdoor sling or Saint Andrew’s
cross.
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Chaps Inn is a clothing optional 10 room
resort owned and operated by two British
transplants and life partners, Stuart and Ian.
chapsinn.com
INNdulge 760 327 1408
601 S Grenfall Rd, Palm Springs
Considered one of the best gay hotels and gay
resorts in Palm Springs Located in the heart
of warm sands area and walking distance
to Sunny Dunes gay bars and shopping and
down town. Amenities include free wifi,
daily continental breakfast, evening social
hour, complimentary local gym access, air
conditioning, on-site guest laundry, outdoor
misters and assistance with restaurant and
activity bookings
inndulge.com
ATTRACTIONS/ENTERTAINMENT
Cabot’s Pueblo Museum 760-329-7610
McCallum Adobe 760-323-8297
Ruddy’s General Store Museum 760-327-2156
Indian Canyons 760-323-6018
Palm Springs Aerial Tram 760-325-1449
Palm Springs Air Museum 760-778-6262
Palm Springs Art Museum 760-325-7186
Sunnylands 760-328-2829
Patton Memorial Museum 760-227-3483
Joshua Tree National park 760-367-5500
ADULT BOOK STORE
*Hidden Joy 760 328-1694
ADULT FETISH AND TOYS
*Gear Leather & Fetish 760 322-3363
*Hidden Joy 760 328-1694
ART GALLERY
Sebastian’s Gallery Appraisals - Antiques Fine
Art - Estate sales and liquidation 69930 Hwy
BUSINESS DIRECTORY
111 Rancho Mirage . Nudes | Art 760-202-
0582
ATTORNEYS
*Joseph Rhea legal criminal law human rights
760 322-3001
CONCRETE
GENERAL SERVICES
Patriot Services
LIC General Contactor
Handyman | Flooring | SHOWERS
PLUMBING | ELECTICAL
760-327-9619
Hauling
Red’s Hauling. We remove trash and unwanted
items. Garage clean outs. Call Red at
760-288-6956
SHOPPING
LEATHER GEAR TOYS
*Gear Leather and Fetish 760-322-3363
gearleather.com 650 E. Sunny Dunes
Leather Repair
Off Ramp Leathers 760-778-2798
www.offrampleathers.com New and used
leather and fetish/BSDM gear. Alterations
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BUSINESS DIRECTORY
and repairs from saddle-patching or get
measured for a new custom leather outfit
handmade by Paul. Great selection of
consignment items. 650 E. Sunny Dunes
Rd., Unit 3, Palm Springs, CA 92264
PAINTERS
shelters. We're a no-kill nonprofit - with
spay/neuter, pet adoptions, animal welfare.
Tax-deductable Visitors Welcome! OPEN
DAILY 11:00am to 4:00pm CLOSED
WEDNESDAYS. We are NOT licensed to
take animals from the public and rescue
from local shelters only.
54250 KEEN CAMP ROAD MOUNTAIN
CENTER, CA 92561
Mental Health Services.
Cat City Psychotherapy Corp. Mental
Health Services. Individual & Group
therapy. LGBT Affirming. Specializing in
Depression, Anxiety & Trauma. Licensed
Psychologist Mark Charles.
catcitypsc@gmail.com.
www.catcitypsc.com . 760-878-7102.
MATRIMONY SPIRITUALITY
Bloom In the Desert Ministries
760 327-3802
St. Giles 442-282-8333
TRAVEL
Idyllwild
LIVING FREE ANIMAL SANCTUARY
Living Free rescues dogs & cats from public
Idyllwild Guest House
Escape desert temperatures for cool
breezes. Visit Idyllwild Guest House
for spectacular sunsets and beautiful
mornings. Relaxing private location
with hot tub and clothing optional sundecks.
Idyllwildgayguesthouse.com
Mark Lonsbury 760-406-9699
Idyllwild Attractions
Idyllwild Nature Center The center provides
an array of environmental education
programs, guided tours, and field study.
trips. 951-659-3850
Idyllwild Park is a popular park measuring
a little over two hundred acres for hiking
rock and rustic camping.
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Gas 800-427-2200
Water 760-323-4971
Electric 800-990-7788
Trash 800-973-3873
Recycling 760-327-1351
Free Trolley Buzz 760 260-8104
GROUPS/ORG/HELP
LGBT COMMUNITY CENTER
760-416-7790 www.thecenterps.org
AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY 800-
227-2345
AMVETS: 760-324-5670
BLOOM IN THE DESERT MINISTRIES:
760-327-3802
Coachella Valley Sexual Assault Services
Rape Crisis Center (760) 568-9071
Democrats of the Desert
desertdemocrats.org
DESERT LEGAL AID: 760-832-9770
DESERT STONEWALL DEMOCRATS:
www.desert-stonewall.org
DESERT WINDS 760 776-2700
FRONTRUNNERS psfr.org
GAY ARTISTS - 760 835-0727
Gay Book Club of PS—write to bookclubofps@yahoo.com
Transgender community transcc.org
PALM SPRINGS GAY MEN’S CHORUS
760-219-2077
PALM SPRINGS LEATHER ORDER OF
THE DESERT 760 272-5553
PALM SPRINGS PRIDE pspride.org
Prime Timers of the Desert 760-424-8014.
NATURIST DAY PASSES
Gay Men CCBC Resort
Family DeAnza Springs Resort Jacumba,
CA, Living Waters, Desert Sun Resort
BUSINESS DIRECTORY
Starland Community Desert retreat
STARLANDCOMMUNITY.ORG
Help Verified 2019
AMVETS Express free bus service to Loma
Linda VA(909) 735-5065
If you or someone you know may be
contemplating suicide, call the National
Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-
8255 or text HOME to 741741 to reach the
Crisis Text Line. In emergencies, call 911,
or seek care from a local hospital or mental
health provider.
Riverside County Department of Public
Social Services: Kinship Warmline
Phone: (800) 303-0001 For grand parents
raising grand children
ACLU Immigrants’ Rights Project 212-549-
2500
Adult Protective Services
Hotline 800 491-7123
The (FCC) reserved the 211 dialing code for
community information and services.
Gay Men’s Health Crisis Hotline
800 243-7692
American Association of Poison Control
Centers (800) 222-1222
Rape, Sexual Assault, Abuse, and Incest
National Network (RAINN)
(800) 656-HOPE
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The tennis-themed anime Stars Align will
have an exhibit at the 60th Lucent Cup
Tokyo Indoor All-Japan Soft Tennis Tournament
on January 26.
The anime will display life-sized panels of
the characters and tennis balls signed by
the voice cast. Voice actors Natsuki Hanae
(Maki Katsuragi) and Tasuku Hatanaka
(Tōma Shinjō) will be announcers between
the opening of the venue and the start of
the tournament, although they will not
appear in person.
The Lucent Cup is a tournament sponsored
by soft tennis and table tennis equipment
brand Lucent. The Lucent Cup is shown
in the Stars Align anime. It is held at the
Komazawa Olympic Park, and entry as a
spectator costs 2,900 yen (US$26).
More details about the tournament and access
can be found at Lucent Cup's website.
https://lucent-sports.com/cup2020/tokyo-info/
6 pairs each of male and female players who
have excellent results such as 2019 All Japan
Championship, 2019 All Japan Professional
Championship, 2019 All Japan Student
Championship
Mark your CALENDAR
February 21-23, 2020 Las Vegas
Convention Center
Las Vegas, NV
-Anime Boston 2020 April 10-12, 2020
Hynes Convention Center
Boston, MA
~Emerald City Comic Con (Seattle, WA)
March 12 – 15, 2020 Registration Soon
~Sakura Con (Seattle, WA) April 10 – 12 –
2020, Registration Coming soon
Oceanime 2020 April 23-26, 2020 Carnival
Cruise Departing from Long Beach, CA
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ADRIAN’S PICKS FOR THE MAN THAT
NEEDS EVERYTHING.
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#1 Nendoroid Tanjiro
Kamado
$55.00 goodsmileshop.com/en
From the anime series "Demon
Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba" comes
a second round of preorders for
Nendoroid Tanjiro Kamado!
He comes with three face plates
including his standard expression,
a gallant combat expression and a
gentle smiling expression.
Optional parts include his black
Nichirin Blade and effect parts to
recreate his First Style: Water Surface
Slice and Second Style: Water Wheel
moves.
#2 NMD_R1 STAR WARS
SHOES
with every stride.
#3 Eevee Sweet Choices
Pokémon Pin Box Set (9-
Pack)
$50.00 pokemoncenter.com
Celebrate Eevee's Sweet Choices
and share warm friendship with this
heart-shaped Pokémon Pin box set!
From Leafeon's curl to Sylveon's
stripes and Umbreon's ring, these
candy-style pins inspired by Eevee
and its eight Evolutions are all full
of distinctive charm, and they make
a great gift for pin collectors, sweets
lovers, and Eevee superfans!
#4 Slave Sheer Access
Zipper Singlet
$35.00 andrewchristian.com
$130.00 adidas.com
A good sub needs a good uniform.
With a progressive combination of Meet the insanely sexy new Slave
shapes, angles and materials, the
Access Zipper Singlet. In provocative
NMD_R1 shoes pay homage to
adidas innovation. A collaboration red and black shiny fabric with the
with Disney, this pair shows off a look and feel of Latex, this little
Yoda logo on the tongue. Responsive number comes with a zipper opening
Boost in the midsole returns energy in the back for easy access, just how
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Adrian travels the globe looking for the coolest trends in fashion and toys.
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CBD
Medications prescribed by psychiatrists can
do wonders and are sometimes necessary;
but what about alternatives like CBD products?
CBD has been successful in treating
anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress
disorder (PTSD), insomnia, seizure, pain
relief, acne, cancer, epilepsy and seems to
be a neuroprotective in general.
CBD is an acronym for cannabidiol, a compound
that occurs naturally in both marijuana
and hemp. It’s found in very high
concentrations in certain strains of hemp
and is widely regarded to possess great
medicinal value.
It is not psychoactive, which means it won’t
get you high, unlike the compound THC,
which produces the mind-altering sensations
found within marijuana. Because it
doesn’t have psychoactive effects, CBD is
legal almost everywhere, and any restriction
depends on the legal status of cannabis
in that state. If you are using CBD
derived from industrial hemp, you do not
need a prescription. It is available in different
forms, including oils, pills, or topical
creams.
produce the effects of marijuana. Many
users do, however, report feelings of calm
and relaxation.” He adds, “CBD affects
everyone differently, and the effects depend
on the amount taken and the length of
time you’ve been taking it. While some
users report an increased sense of well-being,
they also report fewer headaches, less
pain and better sleep — without any intoxicating
effects. It is important to take a sufficiently
high dose. 50 mg to 100 mg a day
is generally our clients’ feedback.”
CBD MAY HELP WITH PAIN THAT LEADS TO
ADDICTION
Yasmin Hurd was the lead
researcher on a recent study
published in the American
Journal of Psychiatry that
found CBD suppresses the
cues or triggers associated
with heroin use. “The intense
craving is what drives
the drug use,”
Hurd, director of the Addiction Institute of
Mount Sinai, told CNN. “If we can have the
medications that can dampen that [craving],
that can greatly reduce the chance of
relapse and overdose risk.”
While studies show the use of CBD for
addiction treatment may be effective, it’s
unclear exactly how it works. One theory,
Hurd said, is that CBD may affect “how
brain cells that have been damaged by opioids
communicate with each other.”
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CBD Psychiatrist Dr. Julie Holland is former
assistant professor of psychiatry at the
New York University School of Medicine.
She said CBD goes a step beyond reducing
the anxiety and cravings associated with
addiction.
“It also diminishes the original pain and
inflammation that leads to opiate use in the
first place,” Holland told CNN.
escape reality, from alcohol to food, sex to
sugar.
Because CBD does not produce euphoria,
it is unlikely to lead to that type of use.
And since it likely doesn’t carry significant
negative consequences like a failed drug
test or incarceration, you should feel safe
using it for anxiety, depression, pain, or
another issue you are facing in recovery.
Shereef Elnahal, M.D., the commissioner of
New Jersey’s Department of Health agrees.
“CBD has promising effects on pain, which
could make it an effective substitute for
opioids,” he told Yahoo News.
A preliminary report published in
November 2017 by the World Health
Organization concluded that naturally
occurring CBD is safe and well-tolerated in
humans (and animals) and isn’t associated
with abuse potential. However, the WHO
said adverse effects from interactions
between CBD and patients’ existing medications
may exist. If you are currently on
other medications, check with your doctor
before starting a CBD regimen.
Vic Gerami is a contributor to the LGBTQ
San Diego County News, Windy City
Times, Montrose Star, DC Life Magazine,
Out & About Nashville, Q Virginia,
GNI MAG, QNotes, GoWeHo, Asbarez,
California Courier, Desert Daily Guide,
Armenian Weekly, GED, The Pride LA, IN
Magazine, OUT Traveler, The Fight and
The Advocate Magazine among others.
CONCLUSION
Addiction recovery is a very personal
journey, and everyone gets to make their
own final decision. There will never be a
straightforward answer to these kinds of
questions because ultimately, it’s up to you.
One can abuse anything to check out and
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