Assignment PH

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Frontline: Chasing Heroin

1) Drug courts have historically been the preferred way to treat drug users/offenders. What are the requirements for an offender who participates in drug court? How does this differ from the LEAD program? (10 pts)

2) Which aspects of the Four Pillars Model (Prevention, Treatment, Enforcement, Harm Reduction) does the LEAD program incorporate? Give examples from the documentary of each identified pillar. (10 pts)

3) What social determinants of health does the LEAD program address? Be specific and give examples. (10 pts)

4) In your opinion, is the LEAD program an effective way to deal with the drug epidemic in the United States? Why or why not? Support your opinion with evidence from the documentary. (10 pts)