Drugs and Anxiety

Can you medicate anxiety away?In this episode, we take a balanced, research-informed look at the role of chemical manipulation in anxiety — including prescription medications, alcohol, cannabis, beta blockers, and emerging treatments. This isn’t about telling you what to use or not use. It’s about helping you understand how these tools interact with your brain so you can make informed decisions. In this episode, you’ll learn:Why medications can sometimes help, but don’t replace deeper workThe risks of short-term relief vs. long-term consequencesWhat to understand about:Prescription anti-anxiety medicationsCannabis (including tolerance, withdrawal, and dopamine effects)Alcohol and “hangxiety”Emerging treatments like the so-called “anxiety vaccine”⏱️ Timestamps00:57 – Intro: drugs & anxiety02:39 – How chemicals can change your emotions04:11 – Short-term relief vs. long-term cost07:12 – Prescription medications09:03 – Cannabis: risks & addiction13:14 – Alcohol & “hangxiety”16:05 – “Anxiety vaccine” explained17:48 – Why anxiety isn’t a disease18:58 – Final takeaway: Don’t skip the deeper work; Be aware of long-term effectsFor full show notes, including resources mentioned, go to: https://www.calmyourcaveman.com/episodes/drugs-and-anxietySend us Fan Mail🌐 https://www.calmyourcaveman.com