Drug issues, painkiller, prescription drug problems and alcohol addiction in the Province of Alberta is a growing concern among many people.
Alberta has close to four million people, making it a fairly large province. With so many people come a number of different problems, the most troubling of which is the drug and substance abuse issues that permeate the area. Rather than getting better, these problems only seem to be getting worse as the years go on. Complicating matters is the fact that different regions of the province have different types of drug problems. However, one common issue across the entire area is an issue with alcohol. More people than ever are drinking substantial amounts of alcohol in one sitting. The rate of daily drinking is also up. This problem is more severe among young adults, but it is also seen among the older population of Alberta as well.
In southern Alberta, there are several drugs that are taking hold of the area. Cocaine is the most prevalent, but marijuana is a close second. When it comes to cocaine, both crack and powder forms are available. Crack tends to be cheaper, which is why many lower income individuals gravitate toward it. Powder cocaine is more popular among those that have more money; however, if it cannot be found, those same individuals will also use crack. Marijuana is grown in Alberta and it is also shipped in, making it readily available for the many users seeking it out.
Prescription drugs are a problem across the entire province. OxyContin is a particular issue. There has been a link between a rise in crime and a rise in the use of this drug as well. Users often illegally take the drug from those it has been prescribed to, and prescription forgeries are another issue. Gangs are a concern, as they bring more drugs into the area, and they engage in many violent acts. More than 50 gangs are reported to be in Alberta. They make money through drug trafficking, and they do not want their source of income threatened.
The northern area of Alberta faces drug problems as well, although it is slightly different than in the south. Methamphetamine is prominent, and this drug leads to issues with domestic violence and violent crime. As in the south, marijuana is popular. It is grown in the area and also brought in from other sources. Cocaine can be found, but it is not as readily available as it is in the south. Alcohol is another problem. In particular, there are more instances of binge drinking now than ever before.
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