Substance Abuse Policies in The United States

Substance Abuse Policies in The United States
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Substance Abuse Policies in The United States
The policies in the US are based on strategies informed by science, research, and evidence. Emphasis on prevention over incarceration are viewed to be the most economical way to manage drug use (Office of National Drug Control, 2013). The strategy can be implemented through the promotion of national and community support programs (Office of National Drug Control, 2013). The policy ensures detailed actions to improve the Affordable Care Act and expansion of treatment and reentry services for incarcerated persons, such as veterans, students, and Native Americans (Office of National Drug Control, 2013). Uplifting stigma is done through speaking about recovery success and encouraging others to seek treatment (Office of National Drug Control, 2013).
Laws and regulations are reviewed and there is the implementation of innovative criminal justice reforms such as specialized drug courts and supporting innovative universal programs that identify substance use disorders...