End the Drug War; Solve the Drug Problem: The Public Health Approach

A public health-based approach offers a promising solution to the ongoing "Drug War," which has proven costly and ineffective. By addressing the harmful use of recreational mood-altering drugs (RMADs) collectively rather than through a restrictive licit/illicit lens, the book advocates for strategies similar to successful smoking cessation programs. However, significant resistance from various stakeholders, including politicians and the pharmaceutical industry, complicates the path to reform. Ultimately, the health of the population hinges on overcoming these challenges.