The Drug takers

United Kingdom, 1968

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Episode of Series “The Facts Are These”.
A study of drug misuse among the young people of a typical urban area. Considers the social acceptability and medical uses of certain types of drugs and the effects of some drugs on the workings of the body. An ex-addict discusses his experiences. Finally a psychiatrist warns of the dangers inherent in casual experimentation.

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producer

Pauline Shaw

production company

Granada Television International

Duration

00:20:42:00

Production places
United Kingdom
Production dates
1968

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The Facts Are These

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The Facts Are These

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