Drugs linked to blokes brawling in bars, but booze still the main culprit

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Heavy drinking is the key driver of acts of male aggression in and around bars, but use of amphetamine-like drugs and aggressive personality traits also increase the risk, according to Australian research. The team surveyed just under 500 male construction workers to determine the drivers of aggressive acts in bars, such as shoving or fighting other patrons. One-in-five participants reported acting aggressively when out, one in three reported being the victim of aggressive behaviour, and one in three used illicit drugs.