My husband used to smoke pot alot, then gave it up. Once in a while he'll have some and i love the way he acts on it he is so mellow an it do believe it helps some people relax. I don't think it is good for a person with a mental condition although, as it may make it worse, especially if your parinoid to begin with. I know myself i tried it a few times and haated it and was begging God for sobriety back. Some people can handle it and some can't.