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Community attitude research on alcohol and other drugs – executive report
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Report
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General public
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English
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This report summarises the research methods used to gather information about community attitudes and behaviour about illicit drugs. It provides an overview of:
- young people’s issues
- parents’ perspectives
- attitudes towards information, support and treatment
- effective ways to communicate about drugs
The researchers recommend 3 potential communication strategies:
- highlighting the dangers of drugs to young people
- reinforcing the risks of drug taking among young people
- encouraging heavy drug users to seek help
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