Like many other drugs, marijuana contains substances that resemble our natural neurotransmitters. In this case it is tetrahydrocannabinol or THC, which has the same effect on our brain as anandamide: in the short term, feeling of well-being and amplification of pleasant sensations, elevation of the pain threshold, and also some interference with the formation of…

The challenge of legalizing cannabis Cannabis leads the way of changing status. If it is considered a prohibited and persecuted drug, it can become a legal drug such as alcohol or tobacco if ongoing initiatives thrive. Many countries have approved their therapeutic use and others even consider the legalization of recreational use. For a substance…