What can society do to reduce drug abuse?

Question by cowgirl: What can society do to reduce drug abuse?

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Answer by Chris
Don’t know. But it sure ain’t D.A.R.E or Scruff Mc Gruff the crime dog. There have been many ideas such as drug treatment upon request and a variety of treatment options, enact legislation that provides full continuum insurance coverage for substance abuse treatment, and reducing children’s exposure to cigarette and alcohol advertising.

Answer by superlessman
Demand that our government actually do something to stop the flow of drugs from coming into the country.

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