How we can use effective measures other than fear appeals

 

How we can use effective measures other than fear appeals

·        Using positive emotions in advertisements ‘excitement, hope, humour etc’ The aim is to associate positive emotions with positive health behaviours

·        Positive social norms should be reinforced so that people can feel empowered- e.g. More people are doing what is better for themselves than not

·        More interactivity; less information being pushed towards people

·        Obviously, prevention campaigns are not effective for current smokers, drug abusers etc.

·        Development of a program for the promotion of drug abuse prevention activities

·        Concerted efforts in education for drug abuse prevention

Which legal framework governing the use and supply of drugs is most suited to Australia in the future?

• Full prohibition: drug use, possession and supply are criminal offences and result in a criminal record and sometimes prison sentence.

• Depenalisation: drug use and possession are still criminal offences but with lighter penalties (referral for assessment, education and/or treatment); drug supply remains a criminal offence.

• Decriminalisation: the removal of criminal penalties for drug use or possession. Illicit drugs remain illegal but criminal penalties are replaced with civil penalties (such as fines). People who use or possess drugs can still be charged, especially if they do not comply with paying the fine or attending the assessment. Drug supply remains a criminal offence.

• Legalisation: use of a drug is legal as is drug supply.

https://theconversation.com/australias-recreational-drug-policies-arent-working-so-what-are-the-options-for-reform-55493

Drugs cannot be totally eliminated, and young people cannot be stopped from using them, therefore, society could make it easier for those who choose to use them to recuperate and return to society.

 

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