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The prohibition of drug use
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QUESTION 1
1. According to Szasz, what “propaganda” is used by proponents of
the disease model of addiction to justify the prohibition of drug use?
They exaggerate the danger and addictiveness of the drugs they wish
to keep illegal
They hype the cost of illegal drugs
The point to the permissive drug laws of other countries
They point out the benefits of making drugs legal
10 points
QUESTION 2
1. On what grounds does Szasz argue that the “right of self-
medication” is a fundamental right?
It is specifically mentioned in the constitution.
It may not be mentioned by name in the constitution, but it is a right
just like freedom of speech or freedom or freedom of religion
Doctors have a right to restrict the use of drugs.
People are not able to make up their own minds about something as
serious as drug use.
10 points
QUESTION 3