Multidisciplinary argument for the decriminalization of drugs

This manuscript offers an overview of 11 disciplinary perspectives on the failed and destructive War on Drugs and the salutary prospects from decriminalizing drug use, including History, African American studies, Journalism, Sociology, Political Science, Cost Accounting, Urban Education, Counseling,...

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Main Author: Gibson, Sandy (Author)
Contributors: Patterson, Natasha ; Naples, Michele I. ; Mitchell, Michael B. ; Bates, Diane ; Bowen, Daniel ; Dell'Angelo, Tabitha ; Herres, Joanna ; Pearson, Kim ; Whalen, Dara ; Lowe, Laurie ; Donaldson, Robert
Format: Electronic Article
Language:English
Published: 2024
In: Journal of addictions & offender counseling
Year: 2024, Volume: 45, Issue: 1, Pages: 70-97
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Keywords:
Racial Disparities
Harm Reduction
Drug Policy
Decriminalization
compulsory treatment
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Summary:This manuscript offers an overview of 11 disciplinary perspectives on the failed and destructive War on Drugs and the salutary prospects from decriminalizing drug use, including History, African American studies, Journalism, Sociology, Political Science, Cost Accounting, Urban Education, Counseling, Psychology, Nursing, and Public Health. This offers a roadmap for counselor social and political advocacy with drug policy and highlights community collaboration opportunities.
ISSN:2161-1874
DOI:10.1002/jaoc.12122