are seriously affected. The drugs used in the aforementioned figures and statistics were Methamphetamine or shabu being the first in the list, followed by marijuana or Cannabis Sativa, and ranking at third is ecstasy. The estimates of the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency and the Dangerous Drugs Board is clear implication of an ‘inverse’ reverse psychology on part of the users. Law enforcers of RA 6425 hand on hand fulfill their duties and oaths to give security and orderliness in all strata of society. However, despite a stronger implementation of the law, these users resort to their continuous use of these illegal drugs resulting to a health issue known as Substance Use Disorder or simply, addiction. Regardless of how strict the state will carry out its anti-illegal drugs programs, there are still loopholes in the system making it a jaw without its teeth. Nevertheless, should the state venture on legalizing marijuana, critics say there has to be an equitable and measurable legal guideline that will make these actions of the government possible. Loosing the security of such system through legalizing an illicit drug would mean a breach to an existing law which is RA 6425, thus calls for effective and efficient measures.

Political Perspective in the Legalization of Marijuana

The topic of legalizing the use of marijuana has currently been the subject of debates in various jurisdictions. Many countries are also on its way on legalizing this but many entities are opposing that idea. Here in the Philippines, the idea of legalizing medical use of marijuana also keeps on catching attention of the people. We all know that the intention of this is good but it can’t be denied that there’s a huge possibility that some people will take this for granted and use this drug for recreational use.

If medical marijuana will be legalized, there are many benefits that people will get from it. Although many are arguing about the truth behind the medical benefit of marijuana, researches are the proof that it really has. In the research made by Mechoulam (1964), it was found out that cannabidol (CBD) doesn’t have psychoactive side effects. In addition, Mechoulam (1964) said that THC was found out to be “an anti-vomiting and anti-nausea drug for cancer chemotherapy, and as an appetite-enhancing agent.” Another living proof of the medical benefit of marijuana is the American who lived in the Philippines who was diagnosed with “high-grade AA” brain tumor. He underwent surgery and chemotherapy but the tumor kept on returning. He then decided on trying cannabis oil. The sickness that he had did not vanish instantly but he was able to have a healthy and normal life again.