How Does the Social Problem of Drug Abuse Relate to Social Institutions?

Question by helpandseek: How does the social problem of drug abuse relate to social institutions?
How does the social problem of drug abuse relate to social institutions? I’m having trouble understanding the question. Any help appreciated!

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Answer by elle
I think it’s asking what role do social institutions (ex: schools, prisons, family, government, etc.) play in drug abuse. Like, are they the cause/problem, do they try to prevent it, what’s the effect on them

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