PUBLIC OPINION AND DRUG ABUSE IN SIBERIA REGION
The paper analyzes key characteristics of contemporary situation with drug abuse in the subjects of the Russian Federation within the Siberian Federal District. It studies public perceptions, understandings and attitudes to the issue of drug abuse because it is an important component of planning, organizing and implementing drug abuse prevention measures as well as measures to stop illegal drug trade and drug abuse. The author presents some recommendations aimed at optimizing and streamlining the activities of agencies and organizations in the sphere of drug abuse prevention.