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Sweden's drug policy has failed to reduce drug use and caused harm. A new "experimenting society" approach is needed, embracing a biopsychosocial model and rigorous evaluation of drug policy reforms.

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  • Public Health
  • Sociology
  • Policy Studies

Background:

  • The current Swedish drug policy, predominantly biochemical, has been in place for four decades.
  • Despite its aims, drug access and demand have increased, and the policy has caused collateral damage.
  • The goal of a drug-free society remains elusive under the current model.

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  • To critically analyze the theoretical underpinnings of the Swedish drug policy model.
  • To explore alternative theoretical frameworks for drug policy, including a biopsychosocial approach.
  • To introduce and exemplify the principles of an "experimenting society" for drug policy reform.

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  • Theoretical analysis of the Swedish drug policy model.
  • Examination of alternative theoretical understandings and their implications.
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    • The current biochemical approach and the notion of all non-medical drug use as abuse are counterproductive.
    • Recreational and problematic drug consumption are distinct phenomena and do not co-vary.
    • The Swedish "war on drugs" has not achieved its objectives and has led to negative consequences.

    Conclusions:

    • Sweden's current drug policy has failed and requires fundamental rethinking.
    • A shift towards a biopsychosocial model and acceptance of co-existence with narcotics is necessary.
    • Adopting an "experimenting society" approach with rigorous, multidimensional evaluations is crucial for effective drug policy.