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Addiction Is Deadlier Than Ever. But New  Research Shows Most Americans Can Heal

Addiction Is Deadlier Than Ever. But New Research Shows Most Americans Can Heal

FromConsider This from NPR


Addiction Is Deadlier Than Ever. But New Research Shows Most Americans Can Heal

FromConsider This from NPR

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Length:
10 minutes
Released:
Jan 19, 2022
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Federal data released last week showed more than 101,000 Americans died of drug overdoses in a one-year period. This was partly due to the pandemic and disruptions to treatment, as well as a surge in methamphetamine and fentanyl use.But there is some positive news. A recent study on recovery success, co-authored by Dr. David Eddie, shows that three out of four people who experience addiction eventually recover, if they get the care they need.In participating regions, you'll also hear a local news segment that will help you make sense of what's going on in your community.Email us at considerthis@npr.org.
Released:
Jan 19, 2022
Format:
Podcast episode

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Every weekday afternoon, the hosts of NPR's All Things Considered help you make sense of a major news story and what it means for you in 15 minutes. In participating regions, you'll also hear from local journalists about what's happening in your community.