The Origins of the Opioid Epidemic: The Johnson & Johnson Story
Johnson & Johnson’s contributions to the opioid epidemic are laid out in a new book and in The New Republic.
12-Step Programs’ Secret Agenda
Why do some stand-up comedians attend AA meeting even though they’re not alcoholics? Because a ready-made audience is right there and willing to be entertained.
The Line Between Substance Use and Substance Abuse
From eating addiction to heroin addiction, we look at where the line is between substance use and substance abuse.
The Most Gangster Thing, Update
We continue the story of Jason Williams, founder of Sober Gangster, who had a long road to addiction recovery and remained sober for decades.
Teenage Opioid Use Doubles in Ottawa
A report from Ottawa Public Health shows a shocking increase in teenage opioid use, doubling in just two years.
HDAC5 and the Epigenetics of Addiction
Two new studies explain the role of the epigenetic enzyme, HDAC5, in cocaine addiction and depression.