Many delegates are concerned about the regulations on drug rehabilitation duration.
Believing that the first detoxification period of 24 months and the second of 36 months (Article 28 of the draft) is correct and necessary, delegate Nguyen Thi Viet Nga (Hai Phong delegation) analyzed that this period is consistent with the full detoxification process. This is a scientific process that cannot be implemented in a short time but still ensures effectiveness.
In practice, short-term drug rehabilitation models in many localities have led to very high relapse rates. In addition, according to statistics from authorities, synthetic drugs, especially ATS stimulants, currently account for more than 70% of cases, causing long-term brain damage, requiring long-term treatment and recovery. "If we maintain a short rehabilitation period, the law will be behind reality, not having enough tools to protect the addicts themselves and the community," the delegate emphasized.
Therefore, the regulation to increase the duration of drug addiction treatment is necessary, reasonable, consistent with scientific evidence, contributing to reducing the relapse rate and improving the quality of drug addiction treatment.
However, to make this regulation effective in practice, the Hai Phong delegation made 3 proposals:
Firstly, regarding the regulation of increasing the duration of drug addiction treatment, it is necessary to increase investment in drug addiction treatment facilities (facilities, psychological counseling team, specialists, behavioral rehabilitation programs, etc.) to ensure that drug addicts are not only "retained longer" but are actually treated according to the correct regimen; otherwise, the extension of time can easily turn into a form of prolonged detention, which is ineffective.
Second, it is necessary to clearly define the responsibilities of provinces and cities, especially in localities with a high number of drug addicts; without a corresponding network of drug rehabilitation facilities, regulations on longer terms will be difficult to implement.
Third, independent monitoring mechanisms are needed so that compulsory drug rehabilitation does not completely replace other social measures.
Also discussing the duration of drug addiction treatment, delegate Nguyen Tam Hung (Ho Chi Minh City delegation) suggested that the Drafting Committee consider adding an electronic file mechanism connecting drug addiction treatment facilities, commune-level police, medical facilities, and social assistance facilities. This will completely resolve the current fragmented management system, help fully monitor the treatment process and reduce the risk of relapse.
Meanwhile, delegate Nguyen Hoang Uyen (Tay Ninh delegation) was interested in voluntary drug addiction treatment at home and in the community (stipulated in Point a, Clause 1, Article 29). Recently, the voluntary drug addiction treatment model at home and in the community has been implemented with two main goals: increasing the form of drug addiction treatment and ensuring the right to choose the treatment method. This demonstrates the humanity in the recovery process.
However, the draft law does not accurately reflect the characteristics of this form. Applying a unified time limit and process like compulsory drug rehabilitation reduces flexibility and does not create motivation for drug addicts to voluntarily participate.
From there, the Tay Ninh delegation proposed that the Drafting Committee consider adjusting in the direction of clearly distinguishing between voluntary and compulsory; for drug addiction treatment at home and in the community, it is necessary to stipulate a shorter period of time with a process suitable to the actual conditions of the addict, family and local authorities.
At the same time, delegates suggested that specific instructions on implementation procedures should be provided, ensuring simplicity, ease of application and no pressure on the commune level. In addition, to improve the effectiveness of the voluntary model, it is necessary to supplement professional support mechanisms, medical monitoring and management of drug addict records to limit early relapse due to lack of supervision and lack of specialized human resources at the facility. These adjustments will help the voluntary drug addiction treatment form to play its proper role, be suitable for practice and encourage drug addicts to participate in treatment proactively and sustainably.
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