Contributor: Stephen J. Morgan
What’s the best weed for focus enhancement? I hear that sort of question all the time. With cannabis having a reputation for being nothing but a “spacey” substance, many aren’t aware that using sativa or indica for ADHD is incredibly useful. However, finding the best strains for focus related activities is a lot easier said than done, especially in this current climate where we are literally spoiled with a wealth of cannabis options to choose from.
Study Stoned With These Incredible Strains
Don’t get me wrong, I’m psyched about all the choices we get to peruse through on a regular basis, but if you are specifically searching for some marijuana for ADD reasons, or if you are simply curious about what the best cannabis strains for studying are, then you may find yourself wading through a veritable sea of sativas, indicas, and hybrids. But which ones are the best strains for focus?!
Well, we’ve gone ahead and done a bit of the homework for you in this regard, and what we’ve ended up discovering is there is a laundry list of viable focus-friendly options at almost every single dispensary, but like any other category of cannabis, some choices are more popular than others. So, we went ahead and assembled some of the most coveted and sought-after strains for students looking for a mellow way to get their work done.
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Now, in absolutely no particular order, here are some of the best cannabis strains for studying, and we’ll tell you exactly why!
Grape Ape
Anxiety and test-taking always seem to go hand-in-hand, at least, that’s how I always felt when a big exam was lingering around the corner. Often, I’d spend half of my studying time simply trying to calm my frantic mind, as I couldn’t help but worry about my test-taking performance. As you could imagine, that took away from my valuable studying time, which in turn, made me feel even less prepared for the test, and that, coincidentally, only heightened my anxiety come test day.
Well, with this tremendous strain, your worries, fears, and anxieties will be eliminated in just a couple of tokes. The overwhelming mental and physical relaxation that this bud provides is unlike anything on the market today. And what’s great is there is absolutely no sedation, just relaxation and focus, which allows you to stay as functional as ever, only in a far more mellow fashion. I’d suggest puffing on this bud throughout your studying and before taking the test, itself.
It’s one of the most reliable ways to rid yourself of unnecessary tension, in my personal opinion, and everyone should try this strain – at least once.
OG Kush
This classic cannabis icon is so multifaceted, I’m starting to think it’s the epitome of perfection. A wave of alleviation washes over your mind, and that calm serenity slowly melts its way down through the rest of your body.
But, as sleep-inducing as that sounds, there’s no “couch-lock” with this unique bud. There’s a strange sizzling, super-chill energy that shows up, and allows you to take on any tasks that may still be lingering on your “To-Do” list, like, say, cramming for a test, or something studious along those lines. Stay focused, stay productive, and stay high, with this one-of-a-kind strain.
Dutch Treat
I don’t know about you, but with most strains, I find it incredibly difficult to concentrate, especially if there’s something I need to do. In those moments, I tend to let my mind wander to anything other than the critical task at hand. Social media scroll-a-thons, binge-watching shows I’ve seen millions of times, or simply falling down a YouTube wormhole, whatever I can think of to distract myself, I’ll do it, and that goes double for when I’m stoned.
But, as much as your mind may want to stray from studying, this bud will heighten your focus and attention skills in ways you never would have anticipated. The motivating and energizing effects that this delicious strain is able to provide are next-level, and any cannabis-loving student would be smart to invest in this bud for all of those late-night study sessions. It will keep your nose in the books, and your phone in your pocket. It’s phenomenal.
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ACDC
Have you tried studying high, but it only makes things worse? But, even knowing that, you don’t want to hit the books without hitting a joint? Trust me, I’ve been there – I think we’ve all been there. But just because the typical THC fare sends your focus and comprehension skills running for “greener pastures,” that doesn’t mean you can’t partake in a little cannabis while you study, you just need to pick a strain that’s high in CBD, like this bud named after the beloved rock group from the 80’s.
This CBD-heavy strain is void of any psychoactivity that would’ve otherwise distracted your senses to no end. Instead, in its place, is a series of calming, therapeutic effects that mellow the body and mind, and allow the consumer to focus on what matters most: studying.
Gorilla Glue 4
You know those strains that seem tailor-made for the movies? They reliably make any seating arrangement feel like a welcoming cloud of comfort, and they heighten your ability to focus, making the film (or show) that much more enthralling and interesting. Well, take all of those successful focus-friendly elements, and replace the entertainment with some studying, and boom, you have a match made in THC heaven.
This incredible strain will encourage you to get all of your schoolwork done in a timely, manageable fashion. Just be sure to have all your supplies within reach as you start smoking because, in a couple of minutes, you won’t want to move at all. In fact, the only movement you may do on this strain is the turning of pages and the clicking of keys, which is all you need to be concerned with anyway during these studious times. So, puff on this bud, and get comfortable, because you are about to have one of the most relaxing, marijuana-induced study sessions of all time!
Obviously, this is not the “end-all, be-all” list of study-friendly strains, but they are definitely a good starting point for those of you on the verge of another trip to the dispensary before your next exam.
Remember, everybody’s personal body chemistry is different, so if one of these aforementioned strains doesn’t quite work out for you, no worries. The locating of the “right” strain to study with consists of some trial and error, but once you find that bud that enhances your focus and attention in a comfortable way, you’ll be able to take your study habits to new heights – literally!
Now, go hit those books, my fellow cannabis enthusiasts!
