Although both cannabis, alcohol and cocaine have similar effects on the body (including marijuana has milder effects than alcohol) the legalization of these substances has been the subject of much debate. That's because while alcohol is legalized worldwide, marijuana is still banned in some territories and cocaine is banned worldwide. The reason for this is that there is a decades-long social culture that advocates alcohol consumption, and alcohol does not provide psychedelic effects, what contributes to its legalization.
Marijuana, in turn, may be indicated for the treatment of various diseases including chronic anxiety, where the plant has been shown to be very effective. Marijuana is often related to recreational use, which facilitates its release in some territories.
Cocaine, on the other hand, has more severe effects on the body, and can cause psychological dependence in addition to physical dependence. Cocaine prevents neurons from turning off dopamine in the brain, causing abnormal activation in the reward region. One of the effects of this unbridled reception is the feeling of exaggerated euphoria, which can cause harmful effects to all people around the user. These problems make it difficult to legalize cocaine.
