The "just say no" approach has not been helpful in keeping young people off drugs for several reasons. One of these reasons is:
A) Children do not like to hear the word "no," and the approach is too negative.
B) Project DARE is more effective and has decreased drug use.
C) Children are naturally curious, and drug experimentation is often part of normal development.
D) Just saying "no" to drugs does not include smoking and alcohol abuse.

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Research has shown that the "just say no" approach is not effective in helping young people avoid drug use because it fails to acknowledge that drug experimentation is often a normal part of adolescent development. The approach also does not provide any education or tools to help young people make informed decisions about drugs. Therefore, simply telling them to "just say no" is not enough to prevent drug use.

The "Just Say No" Approach Has Not Been Helpful in Keeping