Details of delusional parasitosis vary among sufferers, but it is most commonly described as involving perceived parasites crawling upon or burrowing into the skin, sometimes accompanied by an actual physical sensation (known as formication). Sufferers may injure themselves in attempts to be rid of the parasites.
Perhaps one of the earliest trials in 1982, gave participants a dose of THC (1 mg/kg), followed by either a dose of valium or of CBD (0.5 mg/kg). The results suggested that CBD had a counteractive effect on THC stimulated anxiety.
My wifeâs anxiety is waaaay down with the Valentine 25:1 CBD tincture. For the first time ever she slept in the car (on the ride home), sheâs much more mellow and accepting of my help around the house while she rests/relaxes (for the first time in 11 years).