Project Prevention
Project Prevention
Project Prevention (pronunciation: /prəˈdʒɛkt prɪˌvɛnʃən/) is a controversial non-profit organization that aims to reduce the number of children born to parents with addiction problems.
Etymology
The term "Project Prevention" is derived from the organization's mission to "prevent" the birth of children who may inherit or be affected by their parents' addiction problems.
History
Project Prevention was founded in 1997 by Barbara Harris, a foster parent who adopted four children born to a mother with a crack cocaine addiction. The organization initially focused on paying drug-addicted women to use long-term contraception, but has since expanded its services to include men.
Controversy
Project Prevention has been criticized for its approach, with critics arguing that it infringes on the reproductive rights of individuals with addiction problems. Supporters, however, argue that the organization is helping to prevent the birth of children who may suffer from withdrawal symptoms or other health issues as a result of their parents' addictions.
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External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Project Prevention
- Wikipedia's article - Project Prevention
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