PRIMARY STUDY

The Impact of Recreational Cannabis Legalization on Cannabis Use and Associated Outcomes: A Systematic Review

Key Findings:  This systematic review finds a number of negative consequences of cannabis legalization. The findings are however, mixed and generally do not suggest large magnitude short-term impacts.

Type of Study:  Meta-analysis

Study Sample Size:  61

Study Result:  Negative

Research Location(s):  Canada

Year of Pub:  2023


Cannabinoids Studied:  Cannabinoid (unspecified)

Phytocannabinoid Source:  Not Applicable




Citation:  Farrelly KN, et al. The Impact of Recreational Cannabis Legalization on Cannabis Use and Associated Outcomes: A Systematic Review. Subst Abuse. 2023; 17:11782218231172054. doi: 10.1177/11782218231172054

Authors:  Farrelly KN, Wardell JD, Marsden E, Scarfe ML, Najdzionek P, Turna J, MacKillop J