In the past, drug prevention work was often limited to printing leaflets to warn young people about the dangers of illicit drugs. Such interventions often resulted in little behavioural change. Now, through scientific advances, drug prevention has come a long way. Science-based prevention strategies working with families, schools and communities can ensure that children and youth, especially the most marginalized and poor, grow and stay healthy and safe into adulthood and old age. For every dollar spent on prevention, at least ten can be saved in future health, social and crime costs.
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