Drug policy should not be more lenient on illegal soft drugs activities

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Drug policy should not be more lenient on illegal soft drugs activities

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Regulating soft drugs in the same way as other illegal drugs maintains a clear and consistent message against drug use, potentially deterring individuals from initiating any form of substance use.
Maintaining strict regulations for soft drugs helps prevent potential gateway effects, where the use of soft drugs could lead to experimentation with and eventual use of harder, more dangerous substances.
Treating soft drugs as equivalent to other illegal drugs ensures a uniform approach to drug enforcement, minimizing potential confusion among the public and law enforcement regarding the legal status and safety of various substances.