“I’ve been dealing with loneliness for years. After my kids moved out and my spouse passed away, the days just felt so empty. I tried therapy and even medication, but nothing really touched the feeling of being alone. A friend mentioned Dr. Caplan and how cannabis had helped her with anxiety, but I wasn’t sure if it could help with loneliness. It felt strange to think about cannabis as an option for something like that. Still, I figured it was worth a shot. Dr. Caplan was kind and understanding right from the start. He didn’t make me feel silly for bringing up something as hard to explain as loneliness. He explained how cannabis might help ease the constant heaviness I was feeling, not by curing loneliness but by helping me feel more connected to myself and the world around me. We started slow, and over time, I noticed a shift. The emptiness didn’t go away, but it didn’t feel so overwhelming anymore. I started going out more, seeing friends again, and just feeling a little lighter. I’m still working through it, but cannabis—along with Dr. Caplan’s care—has made it easier to handle.”
– Susan R.