Topic: addiction
Addiction challenges our understanding of illness, choice, and compassion. These posts explore addiction through the lens of medical humanities—examining stories, ethics, and care to deepen empathy and illuminate the complex human experiences behind dependence, recovery, and healing.
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The Anxious Generation by Jonathan HaidtÂ
Our digital addiction is reshaping reality, and unless we reclaim real-world connections, the future may be irreversibly anxious.
Martyr! by Kaveh Akbar
A deeply human exploration of grief, meaning, and connection, Martyr! brilliantly redefines martyrdom through art, healing, and love.
Interview with Poet B. Fulton Jennes
Through raw, honest poetry, B. Fulton Jennes illuminates the complexities of addiction and depression, offering hope amidst the darkest struggles.
Rearranged by Kathleen Watt
In the symphony of adversity, Watt's resilience sings, transforming tragedy into a poignant melody of courage and hope.
Getting Dopesick: Four Angles on the Opioid Crisis
We explore the opioid crisis through investigative journalism, dramatization, narrative nonfiction, and fiction, highlighting diverse perspectives beyond Biomedicine.