DRUG ABUSE CAUSES AND THE PREVENTION STRATEGY IN ACEH
European Journal of Molecular & Clinical Medicine,
2020, Volume 7, Issue 2, Pages 6815-6825
Abstract
This research is based on the facts and reality of drug abuse rates in Aceh in the last 10 years, especially since the Aceh conflict ended, the rates of narcotics abuse in Aceh is not only happening in urban society, but also extends in rural society in general. This research aims to understand the causes of drug abuse in Aceh, describe the efforts by the Aceh government to prevent and control drug abuse in Aceh, and to map out a strategy that can be formulated as an effective model for prevention of drug abuse in Aceh. This research attempts to reveal the phenomenon and reality of the circulation of narcotic drugs and their abuse in Aceh, therefore, this research adopts a qualitative research method, using a descriptive approach. Findings indicate that there are two factors causing drug abuse in Aceh, which are both internal and external. To prevent this, the government through the Provincial Narcotics Board (BNP) has taken a step in efforts to tackle drug abuse in Aceh society, by coordinating with other government agencies in Aceh, specifically the Aceh education department to eliminate drugs through efforts in education institution. Similarly, the government has also cooperated with the community, NGOs, and student formed to prevent the circulation and abuse of drugs. Strategies to prevent drug abuse include instant cooperation with stakeholders and formation of a special forum for preventing drug abuse, as well as applying local wisdom through social institutions in the society to actively engage in combating drugs in Aceh. The study also puts forth some practical recommendations that can form strategies of preventing drug abuse in Aceh
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