Pubdate: Sun, 24 Sep 2006
Source: Camrose Canadian (CN AB)
Copyright: 2006 Camrose Canadian
Contact:  http://www.camrosecanadian.com/
Details: http://www.mapinc.org/media/2160
Author: Elaine Pennington, Editor

TASK FORCE ON CRYSTAL METH IS BADLY NEEDED

Providing the next generation with a safe environment to grow up in 
as well as the support they need to succeed must be a priority for 
the community and government.

On Sept. 19, the Premier's Task Force on Crystal Meth put forward 83 
recommendations to fight the growing problem of crystal 
methamphetamine use in Alberta communities. It is a positive step 
forward against a plague that affects far too many Albertans. One 
experience with Crystal Meth is enough to result in addiction and the 
contents of the drug are nothing less than toxic.

For those on the outside it is hard to understand the attraction some 
people have to drugs, whether it is an escape mechanism, rebellion, 
or 'just for the experience.' Consuming illegal drugs is like 
flirting with disaster.

Obviously the major focus of the report is finding a way to keep 
people from starting to use the toxic substance in the first place as 
well as getting the appropriate long-term treatment and support they 
need. Finally, the drug dealers and producers - those who profit the 
most from the destruction of others - are the target of attempts to 
get crystal meth off the streets and therefore out of the hands of users.

No matter what the addictive substance, whether it is 
non-prescription drugs or alcohol, it can have a devastating and 
far-reaching impact on society as a whole. Therefore, the greater 
community must do its part to help fight the battle.
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