can vioThe association between cannabis use and violent behaviour has been a subject of intense debate and research in recent years. As cannabis legalisation spreads across many Western countries, understanding this relationship becomes increasingly important for public health and policy. This article explores the current evidence on the link between cannabis use and violence, particularly among adolescents and young adults.
Multiple studies have found a moderate association between cannabis use and an increased risk of perpetrating physical violence. A meta-analysis of 30 studies, encompassing nearly 300,000 participants, found that cannabis users had approximately twice the odds of engaging in violent behaviour compared to non-users. This association remained significant even after controlling for various confounding factors.
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