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Life Sciences
Scientists at University of California, Semel Institute for Neuroscience and Human Behavior detail research in life sciences
March 8th, 2008
Scientists discuss in 'Criminal justice itreatment admissions for methamphetamine use in California: a focus on Proposition 36' new findings in life sciences. According to recent research from the United States, "Methamphetamine (MA) use is considered as one of the nation's most pressing drug problems. In California, MA use has outstripped all other drugs in epidemiological extent, law enforcement activities, and treatment services demand." "An opportunity for further study of MA use and its treatment emerged from a change in offender sentencing options introduced by California's Substance Abuse and Crime Prevention Act of 2000 (SACPA). Results indicate that statewide...
Source: Law & Health Weekly (2008-03-08)
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