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Prevention of and Treatment for Substance Abuse Act, 2008 (Act No. 70 of 2008)

Chapter 4 : Prevention and Early Intervention Services

9. Purpose of providing prevention programmes

 

(1) The purpose of prevention programmes is to prevent a person from using or continuing to use substances that may lead to abuse or result in dependence.

 

(2) Prevention programmes must focus on—
(a) preserving the family structure of the persons affected by substance abuse and those who are dependent on substances;
(b) developing appropriate parenting skills for families at risk;
(c) creating awareness and educating the public on the dangers and consequences of substance abuse;
(d) engaging young people in sports, arts and recreational activities and ensuring the productive and constructive use of leisure time;
(e) peer education programmes for youth;
(f) enabling parents and families to recognise the early warning signs with regard to substance use and equipping them with information on appropriate responses and available services; and
(g) empowering communities to understand and to be proactive in dealing with challenges related to substance abuse, and its link to crime, HIV and AIDS and other health conditions.

 

 


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