CBD and epilepsy in children: studies, precautions and support
September 4, 2025
Living withepilepsy means not only coping with theunpredictability of seizures, but also managing the stress and anxiety that the condition can generate. Many patients describe a constant fear of the onset of a seizure, which can impair quality of life, disrupt sleep and weaken emotional balance. Yet it is well known thatanxiety and stress can act as triggers, sometimes increasing the frequency or intensity of attacks.
In this context, some are turning to cannabidiol (CBD), a molecule derived from hemp, studied for its potential relaxing profile and its ability to promote better anxiety management. Of course, this is not a medical treatment, and CBD does not replace prescribed anti-epileptic drugs. On the other hand, it could provide indirect wellness support, enabling action to be taken on the emotional factors that aggravate the disease.
In the next sections, we'll explore the link between epilepsy and anxiety, what scientific studies say about CBD in stress management, and how Full Spectrum oils could represent an interesting natural approach - always as a complement to appropriate medical follow-up.
For an overview, please see our pillar page: CBD and epilepsy.
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Understanding the link between anxiety and epilepsy
Anxiety is a frequent companion of epilepsy. It can be both a consequence of the disease and an aggravating factor, creating a vicious circle that's hard to break.
Stress as a trigger for seizures
Many patients report that their seizures occur more often during periods of intense stress orstrong emotions. Science confirms that chronic stress can disrupt neurological balance and promote cerebral hyperexcitability, conducive to seizures.
So anxiety is not just a secondary symptom of the disease: it can contribute directly to the frequency and severity of epileptic episodes.
The psychological impact of illness on patients and their families
Beyond its biological mechanisms, epilepsy has a considerable psychological impact.
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Theunpredictability of crises can lead to constant fear, and even a feeling of isolation.
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Children and adolescents may experience social stigmatization as a result of their seizures.
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Loved ones, often in anticipation and worry, share this emotional burden.
As a result, daily life is marked by permanent psychological tension, which undermines quality of life and increases the risk of crises.
This is precisely where CBD is being studied: as awellness companion, it could help to ease anxiety and support greater emotional stability, thus indirectly reducing certain epilepsy triggers.
CBD and anxiety management: what the science says
Cannabidiol (CBD) is one of hemp's most studied compounds, due to its non-psychotropic profile and anxiolytic potential. In recent years, scientific research has explored its impact on stress andanxiety management, with encouraging, though not definitive, results.
Studies on CBD and generalized anxiety disorder
Several clinical studies have shown that CBD can have a beneficial effect on a variety of anxiety disorders: generalized anxiety, social phobia and panic disorder.
For example, a study published in the Journal of Psychopharmacology found that taking CBD could significantly reduce anxiety in stressful situations, such as public speaking. This type of result fuels interest in CBD as a stress modulator, without causing the side effects often associated with conventional anxiolytics.
In people with epilepsy, anxiety management is particularly important, as stress can be a trigger for seizures. Although specific studies onepilepsy and anxiety with CBD are still limited, the data available on anxiety in general opens up interesting perspectives.
CBD, sleep and relaxation: beneficial indirect effects
Anxiety and sleep are closely linked. Anxious people often sleep poorly, and poor sleep in turn accentuates anxiety. Sleep deprivation is also a factor in epileptic seizures.
CBD is being studied for its role in :
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improving sleep quality, by helping you fall asleep and sleep more soundly,
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fewer night-time awakenings, often linked to stress or seizures,
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a feeling of general relaxation, which can help release mental tension.
Although these indirect effects vary from person to person, they can provide valuable support in the daily lives of epilepsy patients.
Limits of evidence and the need for medical follow-up
It's important to stress that, despite these promising results, the research is still preliminary.
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The majority of studies have been carried out on non-epileptic adults, which limits the transposition of results.
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The dosages used in research protocols are often high and standardized, while the oils available in stores vary in concentration and composition.
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Each organism reacts differently, and undesirable effects (drowsiness, digestive problems, drug interactions) can occur.
For this reason, any use of CBD, particularly in someone with epilepsy, should be discussed with a healthcare professional.
Reducing anxiety: indirect support in epilepsy
Anxiety and stress do not directly cause epilepsy, but they do play a significant role inaggravating seizures. By reducing the emotional burden and promoting a state of inner calm, CBD could provide indirect support, helping to make the disease more bearable in everyday life.
Less stress = a more stable everyday life
For many people with epilepsy, seizures occur more frequently in contexts of psychological tension: exams, family conflicts, overwork, lack of sleep... Stress acts as a trigger, further weakening an already sensitive organism.
If CBD, through its action on the endocannabinoid system, contributes to reducing anxiety and bringing a feeling of calm, it can participate indirectly in :
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limit certain seizure triggers,
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improve emotional management,
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establish a more stable mental equilibrium.
It's not a question of a direct effect on the epilepsy itself, but of overall support that can help people live better with the disease.
The importance of emotional comfort in living with epilepsy
Epilepsy affects not only the body, but also the psyche. Living in constant fear of a seizure can generate anticipatory anxiety, which is difficult to manage on a day-to-day basis. This permanent stress can lead tosocial isolation, reduced self-confidence and even depression.
In this context, emotional appeasement becomes an essential lever for improving quality of life. A calmer mind enables you to :
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better accept the disease,
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maintain better self-esteem,
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maintain a more harmonious social and family life.
CBD, with its relaxing and anxiolytic potential, could therefore help to establish this climate of inner serenity, and thus become a valuable well-being ally for people with epilepsy and their loved ones.
Why choose Full Spectrum in this context?
Not all CBD oils are created equal. While some contain only isolated cannabidiol, Full Spectrum oils retain all the hemp plant's active compounds: secondary cannabinoids, terpenes and flavonoids. This natural richness lies at the heart of the so-calledentourage effect, a synergistic mechanism that can reinforce the overall effects felt.
However, it is essential to remember that the use of CBD in Full Spectrum oil sold in stores does not have the same vocation: it is not a medicine, but a wellness supplement which can, in certain cases and under medical supervision, be part of a global approach aimed at improving the quality of life of the families concerned.
The appeal of Full Spectrum lies in its natural richness in cannabinoids, terpenes and flavonoids, which act synergistically according to the principle of theentourage effect. This more complete approach to hemp may represent an interesting avenue for those wishing to explore a gentle, natural form of support, while respecting the legal framework and necessary medical supervision.
At Nobilis Product, we have chosen to offer premium Full Spectrum CBD oils, produced with French know-how and guaranteed by independent laboratory analysis. Traceability, purity and conformity are at the heart of our commitment, so that families can move forward with greater peace of mind and confidence.
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The entourage effect: CBD + other cannabinoids
A Full Spectrum oil is not limited to cannabidiol. It also contains other molecules such as CBG (cannabigerol), CBC (cannabichromene) and a legal trace of THC (always less than 0.3% in Europe, so no psychotropic effect).
These compounds complement each other, modulating and amplifying the overall action. This more complete approach is often preferred by those seeking to benefit from a natural profile close to the original plant, and not just from an isolated cannabinoid.
The role of relaxing terpenes (linalool, myrcene)
Terpenes, the aromatic molecules naturally present in hemp, do much more than provide aromas and flavors. Several of them have been studied for their soothing properties:
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Linalool: also present in lavender, it is known for its floral fragrance and relaxing effects.
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Myrcene: frequently found in hemp, it is associated with feelings of relaxation.
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Limonene: with its lemony aroma, it may help improve mood and reduce stress.
Combined with CBD, these terpenes help create a more balanced experience, where relaxation and well-being add up.
A more complete and natural approach
Choosing a Full Spectrum oil means taking a holistic view of hemp. Rather than extracting a single molecule, we retain the plant's natural diversity, offering a richer and potentially more harmonious action in terms of well-being.
In the context ofepilepsy-related anxiety, this type of oil may therefore represent an interesting choice for those seeking a natural and complementary approach, always in parallel with medical follow-up.
Conclusion of this article:
Anxiety and stress are major challenges for many people with epilepsy. Not only can they undermine emotional balance, but they can also act as genuine seizure aggravators. In this context, CBD appears to be an interesting avenue: not as a medical treatment, but as a complementary support that can help bring greater calm and serenity to everyday life.
The advantage of Full Spectrum oils is that they offer a richer, more natural approach, thanks to the synergy of cannabinoids and terpenes - that famous "entourage effect" which could reinforce the overall action of the extract. Combined with a balanced lifestyle and rigorous medical monitoring, they can thus form part of an overall approach to indirect well-being for people with epilepsy.
At Nobilis Product, we make it a point of honor to offer premium Full Spectrum oils, laboratory-analyzed, compliant with European regulations and produced with French know-how. Our aim: to offer reliable, traceable and safe products, so that we can confidently accompany those who wish to explore the natural benefits of hemp.
Our range of Full Spectrum CBD oils.
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CBD Oil 10% Full Spectrum - Nobilis Product
24,90 €Discover our Full Spectrum 10% CBD oil from hemp grown in France, without additives or GMOs. Its richness in cannabinoids and terpenes guarantees an optimal surrounding effect for deep relaxation and natural well-being. Practical 10 ml bottle with pipette for precise dosage.
Our Full Spectrum 10% CBD oil is :
🇫🇷 Manufactured from A to Z (from hemp extraction to bottling) in our French laboratory.
🧪 Made with CBD crude to provide all the cannabinoids, flavonoids and terpenes.
✅ Analyzed by an independent laboratory for each batch to guarantee quality.
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CBD Oil 20% Full Spectrum - Nobilis Product
29,90 €Our Full Spectrum 20% CBD oil is a concentrate of nature and French know-how. Derived from hemp grown without GMOs or additives, it contains twice the concentration of cannabidiol as our 10% formula, while retaining all the cannabinoids, terpenes and flavonoids naturally present in the plant.
Thanks to theenhanced entourage effect, this oil promotes a deeper action on stress, body tension and sleep quality.
Its 10 ml format with pipette allows precise, easy dosing, even at high concentrations.
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🇫🇷 Produced in our French laboratory, from hemp extraction to bottling, with full traceability
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🌿 Réalisée à partir de crude de CBD, pour conserver toute la richesse moléculaire du chanvre : CBD, CBG, CBN, THC < 0,3 %, flavonoïdes, terpènes
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✅ Analyzed with every batch by an independent laboratory, to guarantee consistent, uncompromising quality
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CBD Oil 30% Full Spectrum - Nobilis Product
39,90 €Discover our Full Spectrum 30% CBD oil, made from hemp grown in France according to the principles of sustainable agriculture, without GMOs or additives. Thanks to its high concentration of cannabidiol and active compounds, it's a powerful, targeted formula, designed to support the most demanding needs in terms of stress, pain or recovery.
Riche en CBD, CBG, CBN et THC (< 0,3 %), cette huile favorise un effet d’entourage profond, garant d’une efficacité maximale sur le long terme. Flacon de 10ml.
Our Full Spectrum 30% CBD oil is :
🇫🇷 Formulated and packaged in our French laboratory, from extraction to bottling, for complete quality control.
🌿 Obtained from a highly concentrated CBD crude, guaranteeing exceptional richness in cannabinoids, flavonoids and terpenes.
🧪 Tested by an independent laboratory with every batch, to guarantee irreproachable purity, with no undesirable residues.
