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dontmean2bepoliticalbut · 1 year

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dontmeantobepoliticalbut · 1 year

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Coercing drug users to get sterilized, rounding them up into labor camps, and executing dealers are just some of the more extreme policy ideas being floated by politicians to address the U.S.’ overdose crisis.

But experts say the proposed solutions violate human rights and won’t solve the problem.

During a recent meeting with Mineral County residents, West Virginia state Sen. Randy Smith, a Republican, said he wants to draft a bill that would give people convicted of drug crimes the option to sterilize themselves in order to receive shortened prison sentences.

“If you get caught with drugs—and it’s all voluntary, you don’t have to—but if you want to lessen your prison sentence, if you’re a man, you can get a vasectomy so you can’t produce anymore,” Smith said, according to the Cumberland Times-News.

“If you’re a woman, then you get your tubes tied, so you don’t bring any more drug babies into the system. Now, you don’t have to. If you don’t you’re going to jail for a very long time. If you volunteer for the program, then you get a lesser sentence.”

More than 107,000 Americans died of a fatal overdose in 2021, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, with fentanyl and other synthetic opioids claiming the lives of over 70,000 people. West Virginia has the highest fatal drug overdose rate in the U.S. with 81.4 deaths per 100,000 people.

Smith’s suggestion is a form of eugenics—a practice of controlling the human population by reproducing “desirable” traits and breeding out those considered undesirable, often based on racist and prejudiced assumptions. As VICE News previously reported, the non-profit Project Prevention gives drug users money to get sterilized. Government-funded sterilization programs have also taken aim at people with mental illness, poor people, incarcerated people, and people of color.

“This is part of a broader trend for some people to say that certain people aren't worthy of becoming parents and that they could pass on— genetically or environmentally—certain traits that are undesirable,” said Sheila Vakharia, deputy director of research and academic engagement at the Drug Policy Alliance.

Vakharia said a eugenics-based solution writes off people with addictions as having problems that they can never overcome. It also ignores the fact that people who use drugs can be good parents, she added.

However, she thinks Smith’s suggestion is mostly “political theater.”

“A lot of politicians are grasping at straws and want to look like they're doing something, but also want to look like they're proposing new solutions,” she said.

Hostility has also been ramping up toward drug dealers. Former President Donald Trump, for example, said he wants the death penalty for everyone caught selling drugs—a position shared by House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy. At a Nov. 7 rally, Trump also expressed admiration for the idea of having a “quick trial” for drug sellers, that he dubiously claimed came from China.

“If they’re guilty, they are executed,” he said. “The bullet is sent to their families… It’s pretty tough stuff. There’s no games. So they have no drug problem whatsoever.”

While there has been an increase in states passing drug-induced homicide laws, through which dealers are charged with murder if they sell drugs to someone who dies, there’s no evidence that those prosecutions make a dent in the overdose crisis.

In fact, media coverage about such cases have led to spikes in overdoses because people get scared to call the authorities if someone needs help, according to a 2021 report from the Health in Justice Action Lab at Northeastern University.

Vakharia said this is an example of “individualizing the problem,” rather than addressing systemic issues.

“Many people's analysis is that we’ve got to blame individual dealers, drug transporters, and distributors because that's what the problem is, rather than actually seeing that the reason why the drug supply is so unpredictable is because of broader social, structural, and policy factors, namely prohibition, which by its definition leads to an unregulated and adulterated drug supply,” she said.

Hiawatha Collins, community and capacity building manager at National Harm Reduction Coalition, said this rhetoric ignores the fact that a lot of drug dealers are selling drugs to manage their own addictions.

“Nobody's really making a whole lot of money and getting rich doing that,” said Collins, a former marine who has used heroin in the past.

“If people had jobs, if people had education, if people had good health care, if people were able to pay their rent If he was able to pay their rent and keep food on the table—nobody wants to sell drugs.”

As the pandemic has exacerbated societal inequities, large homeless encampments have become another political flashpoint in the War on Drugs. Some policymakers have even suggested forcibly removing them as a solution—or started the process.

New York City Mayor Eric Adams recently launched an initiative that directs city employees, including the police, to hospitalize mentally ill people who are in public against their will, “even when there is no recent dangerous act,” per state guidelines. In Spring, the mayor also directed the city to start clearing homeless encampments, and some people who refused to leave were arrested.

Many of the encampments are most visible on the West Coast. California had cleared more than 1,250 homeless encampments between September 2021 and August 2022, according to Gov. Gavin Newsom’s office. In a recent op-ed in the California Globe, Edward Ring, founder of the conservative think tank California Policy Center, wrote that people addicted to drugs “could be removed to regional camps set up in inexpensive parts of California’s urban counties.”

“To help earn their keep, they could participate in conservation projects and other character building work, and recover their sobriety, their dignity, and eventually their freedom. The truly mentally ill would have to be placed, involuntarily, in psychiatric hospitals,” Ring said, which drew comparisons to concentration camps on Twitter.

Vakharia said sending people to far-off locations will likely make it harder for those who are overdosing to get medical attention. The appeal of these proposals is that people won’t have to come face to face with visible poverty, she said.

“A lot of this is because of out of sight, out of mind. Some people just don't understand how some people struggled and we don't want to see it.”

Leo Beletsky, a Northeastern University professor of law and health sciences who leads the Health in Justice Action Lab, said a lot of these “fringe ideas” have been previously discredited.

“First of all, they're ineffective. Second of all, there are human rights abuses and ethical issues and moral problems with these kinds of approaches.”

But he said they’re also an indictment of mainstream political leaders who have failed to get a grip on the overdose crisis by implementing more widespread treatment and harm reduction measures, including access to methadone and safe consumption sites.

He pointed to President Joe Biden’s administration backtracking on providing funding for crack pipes as one example. New York Gov. Kathy Hochul, a Democrat, recently rejected the idea of using any of the $2 billion the state has received in opioid settlement money from pharmaceutical companies to fund safe injection sites after widespread condemnation from the right.

In Philadelphia, harm reductionists have been trying for years to open a safe injection site but they were sued by former U.S. Attorney William McSwain because the sites are federally illegal. The case has since escalated, with the Department of Justice asking for more time to come to a “possible amicable resolution to continue” earlier this month.

“The rhetoric goes, ‘Well, what we're doing isn't working like, the scientific and quote unquote humane approach, isn't working. We need something else,’” Beletsky said. “But we never tried it, really.”

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rozzebud-blog · 3 months

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Choose you, Choose Love - The Fear of an Addict.

What is Addiction? - It is a State of Mind. It is a repetitive, compulsive use of a substance despite harmful consequences to the user. This Low and Hell-like state of mind is an addiction to drugs, money, alcohol or any pleasure, self-gratification ob...

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emergentcounseling · 4 months

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farrokhseresht23 · 6 months

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I am a licensed professional counselor with over a decade of experience, specializing in helping individuals, couples, families, adolescents, and children. My expertise spans various challenges, including trauma, depression, bipolar disorder, personality disorders, anger management, mood disorders, anxiety, workplace issues, and grief.

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aurorarecoverycenter · 6 months

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Website : https://aurorarecoverycenter.com/

Address : 210 W 6th St, Beaumont, CA 92223

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As you explore Aurora Recovery Center, you will uncover a plethora of core principles that embody Flyland Recovery Network‘s treatment philosophy. With decades of invaluable experience, we’ve come to understand that successful addiction treatment requires the treatment team to act with purpose, rapid responsiveness, competence, and adhere to a set of sound philosophical principles. We recognize that addiction is as intricate as the individuals and families it affects, leaving no room for a single, finite solution to each challenge. To ensure an effective substance abuse treatment plan, we provide a clean and structured environment where patients can thrive.

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palmbeachketaminetherapy · 9 months

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thesobercoachuk · 9 months

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Bread & Jam

I was asked ‘what food takes you back to your childhood?’ “Fucking toast!” I replied. and it’s true, it does and before thinking about it a letting my reply marinate in the old grey matter I replied with vitriol and hate. Yes, you read that right, Hate!! A strong word you may think for simple round of toast, (why do we call them rounds when they are clearly square?) I digress. You see when I was…

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alexwilliamlex · 10 months

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Addiction Counseling

Addiction counseling plays a vital role in supporting individuals on their journey to recovery and fostering a life free from substance abuse.

Addiction counselors provide personalized treatment plans tailored to the unique needs of each individual, addressing underlying causes, triggers, and developing coping strategies for long-term sobriety.

Counselors offer a safe and non-judgmental space for clients to express their feelings, providing emotional support, guidance, and helping them navigate challenges on their path to recovery.

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addiction-recovery-support · 1 year

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Choosing the Right Rehab Facility

Deciding on a rehabilitation center for addiction treatment is a challenging decision for both the person suffering from addiction and their loved ones. With so many options available, it can be overwhelming to find the right rehab facility. However, the good news is that there is no one-size-fits-all model of addiction treatment, and with the right questions, you can find a program that suits your needs. In this article, we will discuss some important questions to ask when choosing a rehab facility for yourself or a loved one.

Accreditation

One of the essential questions to ask a rehab facility is whether or not they are accredited. Accredited drug rehab centers have undergone evaluations to meet a certain standard of excellence. Third-party accrediting bodies evaluate addiction programs and therapies to ensure client care is prioritized and avoid bias. Once a rehab facility has earned its seal of accreditation, clients can be confident that respected organizations in addiction have assessed their programs and levels of care. In the United States, rehab facilities are accredited and visited by the Joint Commission every three years to conduct evaluations on all services offered. Therefore, it is important to choose a rehab facility that is accredited by a recognized organization to ensure that you receive the best care possible.

Safety and Cleanliness

Another critical question to ask when choosing a rehab facility is whether the location is safe and clean. A rehab center should prioritize offering its services in a safe and calm area that provides a peaceful and pleasant treatment experience. It is important to pay close attention to the cleanliness of the facility. If you are unable to visit the facility in person, ask them to show you pictures or offer virtual tours. Ensuring that the facility meets proper sanitation and safety standards is crucial to your treatment success.

Treatment Plans

Addiction treatment plans should be developed by clinicians, the patient, and the patient’s caregivers. These plans are created with data gathered in a biopsychosocial assessment that considers how addiction has affected an individual’s physical, psychological, and social well-being. A good addiction treatment plan provides a set of tools and strategies that address the individual’s problems and utilize their strengths. Patients should be entirely aware of their programs and how they work. Therefore, the facility’s responsibility is to ensure that patients understand what their treatment entails and the options they have.

Programs Offered

It is important to ask any rehab facility you are considering about the programs they offer, what these programs entail, and which one is best suited for you or your loved one. Some rehab facilities offer inpatient treatment, outpatient treatment, or both. Many addiction treatment programs in the United States honor a certain set of principles or beliefs, and each facility may have its unique approach to treatment. For instance, some rehab centers not only offer substance-specific treatment but also provide therapy programs like the 12-Step Program and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) that work to address other issues related to patients’ conditions.

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city-world-clinic · 1 year

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People who struggle with drug or alcohol addiction are among the most expensive consumers of healthcare services, resulting in longer and more frequent hospital stays. City World Clinic is a recommended and well-established primary care physician in College Park, Maryland, that also offers treatment options for addiction.

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digitalhomeonline · 1 year

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quitaddictionnow · 2 years

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Signs of Xanax Addiction

Xanax is a prescribed medication but tolerance to the drug develops quickly causing a person to need more of the substance in order to reach a desired effect. This often leads to an addiction. Signs of Xanax addiction are similar to those of other drugs and can occur when:

The drug has become your main priority in life

You require more of the drug to reach desired effect (tolerance)

Taking the drug longer than prescribed for (obtaining it illegally)

Continuing to use the drug despite side effects

Experiencing withdrawal effects when not taking the drug

It is important to note that the withdrawal effects from Xanax can cause increased anxiety, irritability and mood swings. This often causes a person to result back to using the drug. If you are trying to end your addiction to Xanax, speak with a medical professional before stopping cold-turkey as it can be highly dangerous.

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dhyzenmedia · 2 years

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New study asks: Does watching the news make us sick?

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”3543″ img_size=”full”][vc_column_text]People with an obsessive urge to constantly check the news are more likely to suffer from stress, anxiety, as well as physical ill health, finds a new study published in the peer-reviewed journal Health Communication. During the last two years we have lived through a series of worrying global events, from the COVID…

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canaanvalleyrecovery · 2 years

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familymedicine123 · 2 years

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