The Endocannabinoid System

The endocannabinoid system (ECS) is typically associated with using cannabis or cannabinoids. However, the ECS is a complex regulatory network within the human body that plays a vital role in maintaining physiological homeostasis. The ECS can become dysregulated through various mechanisms. This article describes the physiology of the ECS using a biblical worldview. Nurses who understand the causes of ECS dysfunction can help lead patients toward lifestyle habits that reflect God's design for balance, resilience, and wholeness.