Twenty Years On: Two Public Initiatives to Empower Youth

• NCJ Number: 127357
• Journal: Journal of Drug Issues Volume: 20 Issue: 4 Dated: (Fall 1990) Pages: 589-598
• Author(s): K Low
• Date Published: 1990
• Length: 10 pages
• Publication Format: Article
• Publication Type: Program Description (Model)
• Language: English
• Country: United States of America

Annotation

The War on Drugs approach to prevention is hampered by a lack of strategic sense and alternative approaches are needed. To be successful, prevention must be based on a clear understanding of the nature of the problem and the resources available to solve it.

Abstract

Two such strategic initiatives were started in 1970 in the Canadian province of Alberta. Results have been positive, and work continues to develop an informed and constructive approach to preventing the causes of drug dependence in the population by emphasizing human and social development. 7 references (Author abstract)