Abstract: The objectives of most treatment programs are to control or eliminate drug abuse, give the drug user alternatives for his or her lifestyle, and treat medical complications associated with drug use. Treatment programs are varied in nature because of the personality type of the drug-dependent person, as well as the specific drug of abuse for which the person is being treated. Options include detoxification, chemical dependency units, outpatient clinics, methadone maintenance programs, and residential therapeutic communities. After treatment, social reintegration is an important step in making the patient a productive member of the community. The half-way house is often used for this purpose. It permits members to assume some responsibilities in maintaining the operation of the house. Drug prevention is another essential component to fighting drug abuse. The two ways most likely to achieve the drug prevention goal are to make potential first-time users not want to use drugs, and to impose severe criminal penalties to deter first-time drug abuse. Drug Abuse Resistance Education and School Program to Educate and Control Drug Abuse are the programs designed to focus on children to teach them fundamental basics of individual thinking, decision making, and personal choices when faced with the prospect of using illicit drugs. The treatment and prevention programs offer the most hope for successfully dealing with the nation's drug problem.
Publication Year: 2011
Publication Date: 2011-01-01
Language: en
Type: book-chapter
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