Where is the drug problem?

This article traces the history of drug use from its earliest use to the present time. It treats alcohol and the "other drugs," but deals more with alcohol since this has been the major drug of use. It outlines the many problems associated with use and abuse, the legislation passed as an effort to control these and finally, the effect of the Uniform Alcoholism Act of 1970. This was followed by changing public attitudes toward alcohol and the development of many effective treatment programs, while the "other drug" problem remains unresolved in spite of a similar attempt through the Uniform Controlled Substances Act of 1970.