Understanding the Opioid Epidemic
Description
This program traces the causes behind the unprecedented growth in the use of prescription opioids and the devastating impact these drugs are having in virtually every part of America. It captures the story of the opioid crisis through personal stories and interviews with experts and reveals the tragic impact of the overuse of prescription painkillers on individuals, families, and communities.
Runtime
55 min 18 sec
Subjects
- Substance use (111)
- Diseases (446)
- Sociology (1145)
- Drug addiction (114)
- Substance abuse (361)
- Criminology (171)
- Law enforcement (184)
- Health (2879)
- Social service (140)
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