The opioid crisis in the US claimed nearly 100,000 lives between 2018 and 2019. Following the recent passing of beloved rapper DMX, the hosts felt it necessary to discuss this topic in detail and shed light on the practices that have led to increased opioid overdose. If there was ever an episode that we feel everyone needs to hear, it’s THIS one!
Opioid addiction is no laughing matter! Roughly 130 people die every day of an opioid overdose in the US alone. In this episode, your favorite melanated PhDs take a deep dive into the topic of opioids - what are they, where do they come from, how did we get them, and why are so many people dying from overdose. Topics from pain management and pharmaceutical companies to dark web drug trafficking and illicit drug use in Rap culture will be covered, so don't miss this. If you or a loved one has ever been prescribed an opioid pain killer, please listen as you never know whose life you can save when you’re armed with information!
If you or someone you know is struggling with substance abuse, please call the SAMHSA National Helpline at 1-800-662-HELP (4357).
We dedicate this episode to the memories of DMX and George Floyd.
Want an alternative perspective on recreational drug use? Check out the recent book "Drug Use for Grown Ups", by Dr. Carl Hart here: https://drcarlhart.com
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