NCJ Number: |
138254  |
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Title: |
Reduction of Drug-Related Harm |
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Editor(s): |
P A O'Hare; R Newcombe; A Matthews; E C Buning; E Drucker |
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Date Published: |
1992 |
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Annotation: |
The international contributors to this book take a new approach to drug use, arguing that abstinence is not a realistic solution and that policymakers should instead strive to reduce the harm associated with the use of illicit drugs. |
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Abstract: |
The authors believe that the existing methods of treatment and control have been inadequate in improving drug-related problems. The papers contained here cover a wide range of drugs and of social and individual problems; the spread of HIV infection is considered in some detail. Various chapters describe current theories and practices that have helped to minimize the harmful effects of drugs, national and city-level strategies toward drug problems, and drug policies of international agencies and organizations including police, doctors, community groups, and local authorities. 15 tables and 4 figures |
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Main Term(s): |
Drug laws; Drug treatment |
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Index Term(s): |
AIDS/HIV prevention; Drug prevention programs |
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Publication Number: |
ISBN 0-415-06693-X |
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Sponsoring Agency: |
Routledge Milton Park, Abingdon, Oxon OX14 4RN, England |
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Sale Source: |
Routledge 2 Park Square Milton Park, Abingdon, Oxon OX14 4RN, United Kingdom |
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Page Count: |
232 |
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Type: |
Survey |
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Language: |
English |
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Country: |
United Kingdom |
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