Forced drug treatment critics argue it may result in increased fatal overdoses.

Critics of forced drug treatment argue that compulsory programs, which involve pressuring drug addicts into treatment and threatening imprisonment if they don't comply, may result in increased fatal overdoses. Supporters refer to this approach as "tough love," while critics deem it unethical and ineffective. The issue has gained attention as more states and authorities adopt coercive methods to tackle drug addiction.

April 06, 2024
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