With the legalization of cannabis in many places in America, marijuana usage has become increasingly widespread in recent years. Cannabis consumption is considered to be calming, but does that extend to dealing with relationship conflict? A study published in Drug and Alcohol Dependence suggests that cannabis users are more likely to avoid conflict and engage negatively. Substance use can have significant effects on users’ social lives, especially in regard to romantic relationships. While other substances have been studied at length, cannabis use and its relationship with couple functioning h…