The real reason fentanyl is killing fewer Americans
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Understanding the Opioid Crisis: Fentanyl and Addiction
This chapter examines the decline in overdose deaths in the U.S. linked to fentanyl, contrasting prescribed versus illicit versions and the motivations of users and dealers. It highlights the complexities of addiction as a medical disorder influenced by various factors, including genetics and trauma, while challenging perceptions of innocence in substance use.
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