CANNABIS AND QUALITY OF LIFE: IMPACT, RISKS AND OPPORTUNITIES

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https://doi.org/10.11603/1681-2786.2025.2.15515

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cannabis; quality of life; legalization; prevalence; medical use.

Abstract

Purpose: to analyze the prevalence of cannabis in historical terms and study its impact on the quality of life. Materials and Methods. The study analyzed relevant scientific publications and reports of international organizations such as the World Health Organization (WHO) and the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC). Results. The historical and cultural context of cannabis use shows that its use in different civilizations has a long tradition, both in medicine and rituals. In many cultures, cannabis is perceived as a natural remedy for pain and anxiety and for spiritual purification. This experience can be useful in shaping modern cannabis policy, particularly in the context of ensuring access to safe and effective methods of use. In a medical context, cannabis can be useful for treating certain medical conditions, but the risks to mental health cannot be ignored. The use of cannabis for medical purposes should be carefully regulated, with dosage and frequency of use controlled. It is important to take into account the individual characteristics of the body and use cannabis only under the supervision of medical professionals to minimize risks and maximize health and quality of life benefits. Legalization of cannabis can be a powerful economic stimulus, creating new jobs, generating tax revenues, and reducing the costs of fighting illicit trafficking. Moreover, control over the cannabis market allows for higher quality products, reduced criminalization of users, and a lower burden on law enforcement. However, illicit cannabis trafficking continues to be a serious problem that poses threats to social stability and security, affecting the crime situation. Conclusions. The impact of cannabis use on the quality of life is complex and depends on many factors: the level of legalization, the effectiveness of government regulation, socioeconomic conditions and cultural characteristics of society. A comprehensive approach to regulating and preventing cannabis use will minimize the negative consequences and use the potential of this substance for the development of society as a whole.

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2025-06-24

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Smirnova, V. L., Panchyshyn, N. Y., & Zaporozhan, L. P. (2025). CANNABIS AND QUALITY OF LIFE: IMPACT, RISKS AND OPPORTUNITIES. Bulletin of Social Hygiene and Health Protection Organization of Ukraine, (2), 95–100. https://doi.org/10.11603/1681-2786.2025.2.15515

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