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I don't believe the poster above is saying that there should be no intervention, they're saying they shouldn't be criminally prosecuted. There should be a non-
by tikkabhuna 5y ago
I don't believe the poster above is saying that there should be no intervention, they're saying they shouldn't be criminally prosecuted.
There should be a non-criminal route for helping drug addicts that doesn't result in prison.
- RobertRoberts 5y agoI can agree with that, but what is it? It can't be forced rehab, that is just jail but different. And addicts by definition _won't_ seek help or a solution.
- destar 5y agoI don't agree with your definition, often people affected by addiction will desperately seek help. Unfortunately, many fall into relapse cycles and it's a long and hard process to recovery. I think a good solution would be making quality non-forced resources available for free. For example, rehab, therapy, or jobs specifically created for those seeking to overcome their addiction. Ideally these programs could pay for themselves in net returns for society as a whole.
- RobertRoberts 5y agoThere is help right now for addicts. What change are you suggesting?
- destar 5y agoSorry for the late reply. I think much of the help available is cost prohibitive, I think addiction treatment programs should be free. A much better use of money than locking people up in cages which is both inhumane and more expensive.