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Unfortunately, despite significant efforts by public health officials and community coalitions, the levels of heroin abuse and prescription medication abuse continue to rise in Scottsdale, Arizona. Various government representatives are studying what the causes and effects of these are, and how to best address them.
Statistics on Substance Abuse in Scottsdale, AZ
There have been a number of disconcerting statistics, which show that previous early intervention efforts have not been successful. These include the fact that:
What Scottsdale wants to do now is identify which types of people are most at risk of becoming addicted in the first place. So far, these include:
However, some people believe that there is more to it. This country is home to 5% of the population of the world. Yet, 80% of all prescription drugs are dispensed in this country as well. A concern, therefore, is that physicians are too lenient when it comes to prescribing these painkillers. In fact, people as young as 17, with what could be classed as mild injuries such as strain, are provided with highly addictive prescription painkillers.
Indeed, research on public perception on prescription drugs has shown that young people find it incredibly easy to access them. In fact, many describe going to an urgent care facility, reporting on some pain, and being prescribed Percocet or other similar drugs. What is also alarming is that young people also perceive these drugs not to be dangerous, since they are being provided or prescribed by physicians. Similarly, they see alcohol as a safe substance because it is socially acceptable and often not even condemned by their parents. And cannabis is seen as a safe substance because it is natural. Yet, all of these are gateway drugs that make it far more likely for someone to develop a real addiction to more addictive drugs later on in their lives.
The Issue with Young People in Scottsdale, AZ
There is a significant issue with young people and substance abuse in Scottsdale:
Too many young people in Scottsdale become addicted and end up choosing a life of crime in order to fuel their habit. Pharmacy hold ups are on the rise, and violent gun crime is rising as well. While the Arizona State Board of Pharmacy has created the "Controlled Substances Prescription Monitoring Program" in order to avoid overprescribing, this has come as too little and too late for many.
Luckily, Scottsdale authorities recognize that there is a problem. As a result, they have made a bigger investment in detox and rehab treatment facilities. While they will continue to work on reducing access to substances, these efforts will ensure that those already in the grips of a substance abuse disorder can be treated and given the chance to overcome the addiction.
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