Unveiling the Devastating Impacts of Drug Prohibition

Exploring the cycle of addiction perpetuated by drug prohibition, the chapter discusses the dire consequences such as empowerment of the underworld, prostitution, and poverty. It delves into the failures of current drug enforcement methods, the connection between addiction and mental health, and advocates for decriminalizing addiction and investing in mental health care. The conversation also emphasizes the importance of addressing mental health crisis with the same urgency as responses to other public health emergencies like the COVID-19 pandemic.