Written materials addressing these issues should be available for GBM and their families . The group felt that money is definitely lacking. In addition, community attitudes around drug use are a barrier. The population has no enthusiasm for messages around reducing drug use. Dealing with this issue is a process akin to growing up.
Most people have fun using drugs before they acknowledge that it is even a problem.
The resulting increase in incarceration rates has diverted funds from public health to corrections. The alcohol companies that contribute to the problem need to ante up to help solve the problem. The group felt that alcohol was the most commonly used substance . Identify collaborative partners to help fund programs. Local bars, chat lines, circuit party promoters, and national alcohol companies should be involved.