Detention-based services for people who use drugs

This overview demonstrates that there is little to no evidence to support the use of compulsory treatment for substance use disorder. There is evidence that compulsory treatment is associated with increased risks of harms to marginalized populations.

Published by

BC Centre for Disease Control (BCCDC)

Date

Language(s)

English

Population(s)

People who inject or use drugs

Audience

Service provider resources

Resource Type

Fact sheet