The limited powers of education

More education is often proposed as the solution to various social problems. However, the latest report by the Advisory Council on the Misuse of Drugs is sceptical if education approaches has delivered any real or lasting success. Full report here.Also among its key conclusions is:
“The ongoing debate about how to bring up children should take account of the evidence that good parenting and stable family life can reduce the risks of hazardous drug use by young people.”

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