Many studies show that taking a high dosage of CBD before bedtime can assist patients suffering from chronic pain, anxiety, insomnia, REM sleep behaviour disorder, and a variety of other sleep disorders. In one study, 80% of patients who took CBD as an anxiety medication reported decreased anxiety levels after one month. More than 65% of individuals’ sleep also improved.

It is important to remember that anxiety and sleep problems frequently coexist: anxiety may contribute to poor sleep quality, while sleep deprivation can lead to worry. Insomnia is one sleep condition that comes under this group. Insomniacs have difficulty sleeping and/or staying asleep, and worry can exacerbate these symptoms. Cortisol (the stress hormone) levels typically peak in the morning, but people who suffer from insomnia have elevated cortisol levels in the evening hours, which can contribute to greater concern about obtaining enough sleep and increased restlessness at night.

REM sleep behaviour disorder is another sleep ailment that CBD has been shown to treat. REM sleep behaviour disorder is common in Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s patients, and symptoms include violent movements and verbalising while sleeping. A recent study discovered that CBD treatment reduced symptoms in individuals with REM sleep behaviour disorder from 2-7 times per week to 0-1 times per week.