Julian Buchanan DipSW, MA, PhD
Julian Buchanan DipSW, MA, PhD
Is compulsory treatment for drug use, rather than prison, a step in the right direction?
Is compulsory treatment for drug use, rather than prison, a step in the right direction?
Is compulsory treatment for drug use, rather than prison, a step in the right direction?
Tuesday 14th December 2021
Julian Buchanan examines if compulsory drug treatment is better than prison, discussing its ethical and human rights issues.
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Get the buttons here!Compulsory Drug Treatment: A Better Alternative to Prison?
If people are going to receive treatment, it not only needs to be voluntary, it needs to be evidence-based treatment, firmly rooted in human rights and harm reduction.
Imagine being forced into treatment for drug use instead of facing prison time. That's the controversial topic Julian Buchanan tackles in this episode of 'Making Sense of Drugs'. With his extensive background in drugs, human rights, and harm reduction, Julian takes listeners on a deep dive into the murky waters of compulsory treatment. He asks tough questions: Are unapproved drugs really that different from legal ones? Do people who use drugs actually need treatment?
And if so, should it be mandatory? Julian doesn't shy away from the ethical dilemmas and human rights concerns that come with compulsory treatment. He argues that any treatment must be voluntary, evidence-based, and rooted in human rights principles. He challenges the prohibitionist mindset that demands abstinence from all unapproved drugs, suggesting instead that legal regulation could reduce the risks associated with drug use.
If you're curious about the complexities of drug use and addiction, and want to hear a nuanced discussion that questions traditional perspectives, this episode is for you. Julian's thought-provoking insights make it clear that the issue isn't black and white, but filled with shades of grey that need careful consideration.