### Question
How does the law define demand reduction?


### Answer
Under *21 U.S.C. § 1701*, **demand reduction** is defined as:

> any activity conducted by a National Drug Control Program Agency, other than an enforcement activity, that is intended to reduce or prevent the use of drugs or support, expand, or provide treatment and recovery efforts, including—


(A) education about the dangers of illicit drug use

#### Citation:
  - *21 U.S.C. § 1701*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 22-NATIONAL DRUG CONTROL POLICY**

