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Exploring the evolution of women's experiences with drug use from the 1950s to the 1990s, this book offers a critical examination of government drug policies. It highlights the societal labels placed on women, such as 'girl junkie' and 'crack mom,' while analyzing the implications of these stereotypes. The author advocates for policy reforms, suggesting that a deeper understanding of women's roles in drug culture is essential for creating effective and compassionate drug policies.
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Using Women, Nancy Campbell
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- Released
- 2000
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- Title
- Using Women
- Subtitle
- Gender, Drug Policy, and Social Justice
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Nancy Campbell
- Publisher
- Taylor & Francis Ltd (Sales)
- Released
- 2000
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 332
- ISBN13
- 9780415924139
- Description
- Exploring the evolution of women's experiences with drug use from the 1950s to the 1990s, this book offers a critical examination of government drug policies. It highlights the societal labels placed on women, such as 'girl junkie' and 'crack mom,' while analyzing the implications of these stereotypes. The author advocates for policy reforms, suggesting that a deeper understanding of women's roles in drug culture is essential for creating effective and compassionate drug policies.