Action framework and strategies for successful implementation
A drug response is any action or intervention taken to address the negative consequences associated with the illegal drug phenomenon. Here you will find resources that consider key elements in planning and implementing a health and social response to a drug problem.
Strategies for success
Usage Patterns
It is important to identify which response is most appropriate for a particular drug pattern. Here you can find resources that consider different patterns of use and responses to specific substances common in many EU countries.
harm
Understanding the harms to individuals and communities is key when choosing appropriate responses to address them. Here you can find resources that explore responses to drug-related harms of concern in many EU countries.
setting
The environment in which use occurs is an important factor influencing use-related issues and the selection of appropriate responses. Here we provide resources that explore responses that can be implemented in different environments.
Vulnerable people
Some subgroups of the population have specific drug issues, needs or vulnerabilities that require special intervention. Here you can find resources that consider serving vulnerable populations.
intervention
A range of health and social responses are available for tackling drug problems. These can be used individually or in combination, at different stages of the drug problem, and for different populations. Here you can find resources that consider the specific problems that different interventions aim to solve.
Spotlight
Here you will find short, top-level resources focusing on additional topics.
Background
Here you can find a report that explores some of the issues raised above in more detail.