The truth about marijuana, mental illness, and violence: A review of Alex Berenson’s claims in 'Tell Your Children'

The truth about marijuana, mental illness, and violence: A review of Alex Berenson’s claims in 'Tell Your Children'

Introduction Marijuana liberalization has proliferated throughout the United States over the past decade. Though still technically illegal under federal law, marijuana is now permitted for medical use in 40 states and recreational use in 24 states and the District of Columbia. Attitudes towards marijuana use have greatly changed throughout the United States over the course of the last twenty years. According to a 2024 Pew Research poll, 88% of A…