Substance Dependence Is a Mental Illness, Not a Crime

Substance dependence is the only mental health condition whose main feature, the possession of drugs, is considered a crime. This has created a downward spiral for millions of people: a cycle of incarceration, loss of rights and poverty. We needs to change the way that we approach the 'War on Drugs' and stop the long-term stigma associated with drug addiction. read more
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