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Where is the drug problem?

R H Johnson

    Alaska Medicine
    |July 1, 1992
    PubMed
    Summary
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    This article reviews the history of drug use, focusing on alcohol. While legislation and public attitude shifts improved alcohol treatment, the "other drug" problem persists despite similar legal efforts.

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    Area of Science:

    • History of Medicine
    • Public Health
    • Pharmacology

    Background:

    • Examines the historical trajectory of psychoactive substance use, with a primary focus on alcohol due to its prevalence.
    • Details the evolution of societal challenges and legal responses to drug use and abuse over time.

    Discussion:

    • Analyzes the impact of the Uniform Alcoholism Act of 1970 on public perception and treatment accessibility for alcohol use disorders.
    • Contrasts the outcomes of alcohol control legislation with those concerning other drugs, highlighting persistent challenges.

    Key Insights:

    • Legislative interventions, such as the Uniform Alcoholism Act, significantly influenced public attitudes and treatment development for alcohol.
    • Despite comparable legislative efforts like the Uniform Controlled Substances Act, the issue of "other drug" use and abuse remains largely unresolved.

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    Outlook:

    • Suggests a need for re-evaluation of strategies addressing non-alcohol drug use.
    • Highlights the ongoing public health importance of understanding historical trends in substance use to inform future policy.