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Drug abuse and prevention programs in 29 countries.

R G Smart1, G F Murray, A Arif

  • 1Addiction Research Foundation, Toronto, Ontario, Canada.

The International Journal of the Addictions
|January 1, 1988
PubMed
Summary

This review of drug prevention programs across 29 countries reveals significant variation in recognition and sophistication. Many nations lack comprehensive drug abuse prevention strategies, indicating a need for broader implementation.

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Area of Science:

  • Public Health
  • International Health Policy
  • Substance Abuse Prevention

Background:

  • Drug abuse presents a significant global challenge.
  • Effective prevention programs are crucial for public health.
  • International collaboration is essential for addressing drug abuse.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review and summarize drug prevention programs in 29 countries.
  • To analyze the sophistication and recognition of drug abuse problems globally.
  • To identify variations in prevention strategies based on national contexts.

Main Methods:

  • Systematic review of country reports prepared for the World Health Organization's Guidelines for Drug Abuse Prevention project.
  • Analysis of background data on drug abuse prevalence and prevention program details from 29 participating nations.

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  • Comparative assessment of program sophistication relative to the nature and extent of national drug problems.

    • Main Results:

    • Considerable variation exists in the sophistication of drug prevention programs across countries.
    • Recognition of the seriousness of drug abuse problems differs significantly among nations.
    • Some countries demonstrate a lack of awareness or minimal effort in addressing drug abuse, with no apparent problem or insufficient data.

    Conclusions:

    • The global landscape of drug abuse prevention is highly heterogeneous.
    • Effective drug prevention requires tailored strategies that acknowledge the specific national context and problem severity.
    • Further research and international cooperation are needed to enhance drug abuse prevention efforts in under-recognized or under-resourced countries.