What Is "Harm Reduction" in the Context of Drug Abuse

question 61

Multiple Choice

What is "harm reduction" in the context of drug abuse programs?

• A)increasing jail terms for drug abusers
• B)reducing negative consequences of drug use
• C)identifying drug "hot spots" in urban areas
• D)increasing police surveillance in drug-use zones

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