When it comes to drug-abuse programs, 'just say no' to time-wasters like DARE.

Authors :: Dineen, Tana
Source :: Report / Newsmagazine (BC Edition). 02/19/2001, Vol. 28 Issue 4, p56. 1p. 1 Color Photograph.
Publication Year :: 2001
Abstract: Asserts that the Drug Abuse Resistance Education (DARE) program is unsuccessful. Death of a British Columbia drug-prevention officer by heroin overdose; Statement that no evidence exists that DARE keeps children from using drugs; Opinion that if programs like DARE were discontinued, there would be no change in drug use; Suggestions for alternative uses for DARE funds.