The basis of Sweden's drug-related policy is strict zero tolerance and therapeutic interventionism. Sweden's ambivalent policy on drugs presents both advantages and disadvantages. The stance of Sweden's drug-related policy is also reflected in the drug-related policy for youth. First, since 1971, Sweden has conducted an annual narcotic-related survey of adolescents and systematically conducted drug prevention education in elementary, middle and high schools. Second, youth drug-related policies are reflected in the step-by-step ANDT strategy, and performance evaluation and feedback are conducted. Third, Sweden is focusing on policies to reduce early drug-related contact among adolescents. Fourth, Sweden identifies the use of harmful substances such as doping agents, protein supplements, and cyber gambling that youth encounter according to the changing times and seeks appropriate measures. Fifth, schools play a central role in preventing harmful substances and media including drugs. The National Office of Education provides standard drug prevention educational materials produced by CAN to schools. Sixth, Sweden implements youth drug-related policies in accordance with adults. In other words, within the framework of national public health policy, the central and local governments devise ANDT strategies, and clearly distinguish their roles and responsibilities.
Despite the drug policy dilemma facing Sweden, Korea needs to model the systematicity and expertise of Sweden's youth drug-related policy.