Addiction in New Jersey: I'm out of f---ing hope
Addiction in New Jersey: I'm out of f---ing hope
I'm Jay Lassiter, a former IV drug user who found the grace to amend my life. For 12 episodes of "Heroin Uncut: The Trut... Read more
8 Dec 2017
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7mins
Addiction is a definitely a disease -- Why this addict is so sure
Addiction is a definitely a disease -- Why this addict is so sure
Is addiction to drugs a disease? How about alcohol dependence? It's an ongoing debate in the media, around kitchen table... Read more
2 Dec 2017
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25mins
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