Omega-3 supplementation reduces aggressive behavior: A meta-analytic review of randomized controlled trials
Interest in using omega-3 supplements to mitigate aggressive behavior is on the rise. This meta-analysis of 29 randomized controlled trials (RCTs) by Raine & Brodrick (2024) involving 3918 participants across 35 independent samples reveals consistent findings. Effect sizes were significant across analyses of independent samples, studies, and laboratories, indicating omega-3 supplementation reduces aggression. The accuracy of the data was verified through sensitivity analysis, and no indication of publication bias was found. Omega-3 was effective in reducing both reactive and proactive aggression, particularly based on self-reports. The findings suggest that omega-3 supplementation can be implemented to reduce aggression in children and adults across different settings, including community, clinical, and criminal justice contexts. [NPID: Omega-3 supplementation, aggression, meta-analysis, randomized controlled trials, self-reporting]
Year: 2024
