Many people swear cannabis is the only thing that helps them sleep, yet growing research suggests its impact on objective sleep quality is far less clear-cut. Experts say a key factor is perception of improvement – how much you feel your sleep has improved, regardless of what lab measurements show. Because sleep is largely the absence of memory, we judge our nights indirectly: how quickly we think we drifted off, how often we recall waking, and how we feel in the morning.​

Cannabis may shorten the time it seems to take to fall asleep and ease racing thoughts, powerfully shaping the impression of a “better” night, even if total sleep time or sleep architecture barely change. Expectations – including a possible placebo effect – can amplify this. Still, feeling better can matter for mood and stress, so experts recommend pairing any cannabis use with proven habits like consistent routines, wind-down rituals, and medical evaluation for ongoing sleep problems. Read the full article on WebMD here.​

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