Understanding Addiction and Its Impacts

This chapter examines the intricate nature of addiction and its relationship with homelessness, emphasizing the transition from viewing addiction as a moral failing to understanding it as a complex brain disease. The narrative includes personal reflections on sobriety and the societal misconceptions surrounding addiction, as well as a discussion on the rise of Captagon in war-torn Iraq. Additionally, the chapter delves into the broader concept of addiction, exploring various forms of escapism and the interplay between genetics, environment, and individual choices.