My thoughts on the "two arrow" model of pain vs. suffering from DBT.

Exploring deep brain stimulation (DBS) of the nucleus accumbens as a treatment for refractory addiction to opioids and other substances.

The intriguing history of the Third Reich and mind-altering drugs, including amphetamines and opioids. Based on Norman Ohler's "Blitzed."

Four short scenes depicting the surreal highs and lows of heroin addiction, all of which are based on experiences that I lived through.

Tough truths garnered from relapse, including a series of recent slip-ups during my methadone taper.

As the veterinary tranquilizer xylazine (tranq) infiltrates the U.S. drug supply, a public health crisis builds.

Three addicts describe what it feels like to inject heroin.

Thoughts on the Tao Te Ching (道德经; "Book of the Way"), a Chinese spiritual treatise on flow, balance, and right action.

Details on big changes that SAMHSA has made to the U.S. methadone maintenance regulations in 2024.

Advice for parents who are worried that their child will become an addict.

Evidence of body brokering, sexual exploitation, billing fraud, and other unethical / illegal practices of addiction treatment providers.

Reflection on the documentary Emma Wants to Live, which follows 18-year-old Dutch anorexic Emma during her final days.

Key facts about xylazine. a veterinary sedative being added to "tranq" dope throughout the United States.

Dedicated to my friend Zack B., who passed away in 2020.

Tips on managing the physical and psychological effects of tapering off of opioids and other physically addictive drugs.

Using threatening messages from a drug dealer as a case study of how to assess when you're legitimately in danger vs. when you're dealing wi

Funny and frightening stories from an American expat who weathered the COVID pandemic in Mainland China.

Why I believe that the mythical state of "pure" opioid dependence is really just a prelude to or a less severe form of opioid addiction.

Funny and frightening stories from an American expat who spent the pandemic in Mainland China.

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