Canada's Stance on Death Penalty and 'Bath Salts' Drug Ban

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What is one of the main drivers of the opioid crisis mentioned in the text?

The decreased availability of fentanyl

The ban on importing illegal substances

The overprescribing of opioid medications (correct)

The legalization of opioid medications

Which approach to drug policy is highlighted in the text?

Punitive approach

Enforcement-only approach

Public health approach (correct)

Legalization approach

What is emphasized as a key pillar in the new Canadian Drugs and Substances Strategy?

Ban on all drug supplies

Harm reduction (correct)

Stiffer penalties for drug users

Increased enforcement

What is essential in supporting individuals who use drugs?

Providing continuum of care Signup and view all the answers

What role does harm reduction play in terms of bringing drug users into contact with the healthcare system?

Facilitates first contact with healthcare system Signup and view all the answers

According to Canada's position as reiterated in the text, what should all drug policy be rooted in?

Recognition and respect for human rights Signup and view all the answers

What kind of sanctions for crime related to drugs does Canada advocate for?

Proportionate sanctions to nature of the offence Signup and view all the answers

How are fentanyl and its analogues introduced into the illegal drug supply according to the text?

Illegally imported and mixed without users' knowledge Signup and view all the answers

What can harm reduction measures help lower according to the text?

Transmission of infectious diseases Signup and view all the answers

What is essential for individuals who are outside of the treatment system according to the text?

Being treated with dignity and respect Signup and view all the answers

What is Canada's stance on the death penalty?

Canada opposes the death penalty in all cases. Signup and view all the answers

What is the suggested solution to the issue of 'bath salts' drug in the text?

Banning the production areas of the drug and bombing them. Signup and view all the answers

Why does the author suggest banning all addictive drugs instead of identifying them individually?

To simplify the legal process of controlling substances. Signup and view all the answers

What argument does the author make regarding the delay in controlling drugs like MDPV?

There should be no delay in making such drugs controlled substances. Signup and view all the answers

What does the text imply about providers of addictive drugs?

They will continue to exist as long as there is demand. Signup and view all the answers

What is the main concern raised by the statement, 'As long as there are those who want to get high, there will be more than willing providers'?

'Bath salts' will continue to be a threat to society. Signup and view all the answers

What does the author suggest regarding controlling addictive drugs like MDPV?

'Highly addictive' drugs should be banned immediately upon reports of abuse. Signup and view all the answers

'Good luck stopping it.' What does this statement suggest about controlling substance abuse?

Substance abuse is impossible to prevent entirely. Signup and view all the answers

What is implied by the statement, 'Right now we can't stop Heroin, Cocaine, Meth., Crystal Meth., Crack, Crank, Ecstasy etc.'?

'Bath salts' share similar control challenges with other illegal drugs. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the tone of the text towards drug control efforts?

Resigned Signup and view all the answers

What is the main philosophical foundation of the 'War on Drugs'?

The Moral Model Signup and view all the answers

Which model presents substance use as a system of positive and negative reinforcement based on classical associative learning?

Learning model Signup and view all the answers

In which model is substance use considered multi-determined, involving factors like diathesis-stress and bio-psycho-social elements?

Biopsychosocial model Signup and view all the answers

Which model addresses familial transmission of substance use and the adoption of unhealthy roles within a family?

Family Systems model Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the cons associated with The Moral Model in understanding substance use?

Inconsistent with evidence Signup and view all the answers

Which model suggests that drug use is secondary to the pain caused by developmental experiences leading to psychic conflict?

Psychodynamic model Signup and view all the answers

In which model is drug addiction viewed as similar to other diseases, emphasizing heritability and loss of control?

Medical model Signup and view all the answers

Who outlawed cannabis use in the 12th and 13th centuries?

Inquisition of the Americas Signup and view all the answers

Which drug was considered an intoxicant and prohibited in the Middle East in the 15th century?

Coffee Signup and view all the answers

Which century saw the introduction of coffee to the Middle East?

15th century Signup and view all the answers

Which event led to the mass incarceration of African Americans in the US in the 1920s?

Harrison Narcotic Act Signup and view all the answers

What was declared in 1970 with escalating penalties based on potential for abuse?

Comprehensive Drug Abuse Prevention and Control Act Signup and view all the answers

Which country produces 90% of the world's opium?

Afghanistan Signup and view all the answers

"Heroin maintenance" is practiced in which countries for harm reduction?

Germany, Netherlands, Switzerland Signup and view all the answers