Research shows that regular cannabis use can lead non-gay men to become more open-minded about homosexuality, even entertaining the idea that they themselves might be attracted to men

key findings

non-gay men who use cannabis report fewer negative stereotypes about gay people
some users say they’ve briefly questioned or explored same-sex attraction in their thoughts
shifts in perception are linked to reduced prejudice and greater willingness to support LGBTQ+ rights
feeling more relaxed and curious under cannabis may lower mental barriers to accepting different sexualities
these changes seem strongest in younger adult men who use cannabis socially

implications

normalizing cannabis use could indirectly promote acceptance of LGBTQ+ people
public health and education programs might consider how altered mindsets affect social attitudes
more research is needed to see if these effects last after cannabis wears off