by Shawn Hales, Psy.D. | Aug 3, 2023 | Firefly Medical
Controlling THC Levels Cannabis cultivation in the United States has largely focused on one of its cannabinoids known as THC. This is mostly because THC is central to the psychoactive effects that are pursued by many users. High THC cannabis has always been in high... by Shawn Hales, Psy.D. | Jun 13, 2023 | Firefly Medical
Three little letters! CBD is a shortened name for its scientific name, cannabidiol. Cannabidiol is a chemical compound or a natural substance that is found in both the cannabis sativa or hemp plants. CBD acts on the endocannabinoid system, the main function of which... by Shawn Hales, Psy.D. | Jun 13, 2023 | Firefly Medical
What is it? Linalool is an acrylic, noncyclic monoterpenoid compound commonly found as a major component of essential oils of several aromatic species, many of which are used typically as sedatives. It comes in two main forms which are an R isomer (R-linalool, or... by Shawn Hales, Psy.D. | Jun 2, 2023 | Firefly Medical
Written by Tayla Moore of Firefly Medical You probably already know that PTSD (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder) is a disorder in which an individual has difficulty recovering after experiencing or witnessing a dangerous, scary, shocking, or terrifying event. But you... by Shawn Hales, Psy.D. | Mar 14, 2023 | Firefly Medical
As a mental health professional, I have seen the many benefits of medical marijuana for patients struggling with various mental health conditions. While smoking cannabis may not be appropriate for everyone, it can be a helpful tool for managing symptoms in some... by Shawn Hales, Psy.D. | Mar 1, 2023 | Firefly Medical
What are the Tools of this Type of Medicine? As a part of our counseling and medical team, I often receive questions from my patients about the best methods to use medical marijuana. With the growing acceptance of medical marijuana as a treatment option for approved...