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Peer reviewedHammond, Allen L. – Science, 1971
Descriptors: Drug Addiction, Medical Research, Medical Services, Narcotics
Peer reviewedLennard, Henry L.; And Others – Science, 1972
Methadone treatment for heroin addiction does not touch the roots of the drug problem" and to think that the use of another drug can solve the profound and complex task facing us is indeed an illusion." (Author/AL)
Descriptors: Drug Abuse, Drug Addiction, Medical Services, Narcotics
Peer reviewedDuPont, Robert L.; Greene, Mark H. – Science, 1973
Discusses recent trends in heroin addiction in Washington, D.C. In 1969 a comprehensive, multimodal treatment program for addicts was introduced and a major law enforcement commitment was made to reduce the heroin supply. These factors, together with changing community attitudes, may be responsible for a remarkable decline in heroin addiction. (JR)
Descriptors: Antisocial Behavior, Crime, Drug Abuse, Drug Addiction
