The Role of Context in Drug Experiences

This chapter explores how the context of drug use influences the effects and experiences associated with various substances, such as heroin and methamphetamine. It discusses the challenges in drug research, including biases and the impact of funding sources, while highlighting the evolution of the speaker's perspective from a focus on addiction to advocacy. Additionally, it examines changing public perceptions of marijuana and the need for a more nuanced understanding of illicit drugs in the broader context of social injustice.