Partnership to End Addiction
Partnership to End Addiction
Author and journalist Sam Quinones on the rise of fentanyl, the methamphetamine crisis and the future of addiction
Author and journalist Sam Quinones on the rise of fentanyl, the methamphetamine crisis and the future of addiction
Author and journalist Sam Quinones on the rise of fentanyl, the methamphetamine crisis and the future of addiction
Tuesday 22nd March 2022
Join Sam Quinones on 'Heart of the Matter' as he discusses fentanyl, meth, and their impact on mental health. Hosted by Elizabeth Vargas.
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Get the buttons here!Sam Quinones on Fentanyl and Meth: Unpacking the Crisis
Fentanyl and methamphetamine combined today to create the problems that we're seeing now really coast to coast, because they've covered the country with supplies of these drugs.
What’s driving the surge of fentanyl and methamphetamine across the United States? In this eye-opening episode of 'Heart of the Matter', Elizabeth Vargas sits down with award-winning author and journalist Sam Quinones to dissect this pressing issue.
Known for his groundbreaking book 'Dreamland: The True Tale of America’s Opioid Epidemic', Quinones now turns his focus to the synthetic drug crisis in his latest work, 'The Least of Us: True Tales of America and Hope in the Time of Fentanyl and Meth'. Sam breaks down the factors fueling the rise of these dangerous substances, explaining how the quest for quick fixes has led to a widespread epidemic.
He doesn't just stop at the drugs themselves; he delves into the deep connections between methamphetamine use and mental health struggles, painting a vivid picture of how addiction intertwines with psychological and physical ailments. Listeners will find Sam's insights both sobering and enlightening as he sheds light on why America has yet to fully grasp the severity of methamphetamine addiction.
But it’s not all doom and gloom—Sam also offers a glimmer of hope by discussing potential pathways to better addiction treatment and the importance of personalized care. If you're looking for an episode that tackles the complexities of synthetic drug abuse head-on, while also offering a compassionate look at the road to recovery, this conversation with Sam Quinones is a must-listen.
It's an essential episode for anyone touched by addiction or interested in understanding the multifaceted nature of this ongoing crisis.