What does REM Sleep stand for?
REM Sleep: Rapid Eye Movement Sleep
The sleep stage associated with vivid dreaming. THC suppresses REM sleep, which can reduce nightmares in PTSD but may affect overall sleep quality with long-term use.
Related terms
- THC (Tetrahydrocannabinol)
The primary psychoactive compound in cannabis. Responsible for the "high" associated with recreational use. At controlled therapeutic doses, THC has analgesic, antiemetic, muscle-relaxant, and sleep-promoting effects. The main active compound in most CBPM flower and high-THC oil prescriptions.
- Allodynia
Pain caused by a stimulus that does not normally provoke pain, such as light touch or clothing against the skin. Common in neuropathic pain conditions.
- Antiemetic
A drug that prevents or treats nausea and vomiting. Cannabinoids, particularly THC and nabilone, have antiemetic properties used in chemotherapy-induced nausea.
- Anxiolytic
A medication or substance that reduces anxiety. CBD has well-documented anxiolytic properties.
- CB1 Receptor (Cannabinoid Receptor Type 1)
A receptor found primarily in the central nervous system and brain. THC binds to CB1 receptors, producing its psychoactive and analgesic effects.
This is a plain-language definition for general understanding, not medical or legal advice.
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