Harm reduction: Concepts and practice. A policy discussion paper

Authors
Riley, D Sawka, E Conley, P Hewitt, D Mitic, W Poulin, C Room, R Single, E Topp, J
Citation
D. Riley et al., Harm reduction: Concepts and practice. A policy discussion paper, SUBST USE M, 34(1), 1999, pp. 9-24
Categorie Soggetti
Public Health & Health Care Science","Clinical Psycology & Psychiatry
Journal title
SUBSTANCE USE & MISUSE
ISSN journal
10826084 → ACNP
Volume
34
Issue
1
Year of publication
1999
Pages
9 - 24
Database
ISI
SICI code
1082-6084(1999)34:1<9:HRCAPA>2.0.ZU;2-I
Abstract
This paper provides an overview of the context, definition, and key feature s of the harm reduction approach, and provides several examples of current programs in various countries. Both licit and illicit drugs are included in these illustrations. Some of the critical issues, and the strategies neede d to advance harm reduction, are discussed. [Translations are provided in t he International Abstracts Section of this issue.].