Mattea Kramer

Mattea Kramer, an American writer and author of "The Untended," dives into the pervasive nature of addiction in contemporary America. She argues that individualism and capitalism breed isolation, driving people toward substances and behaviors as coping mechanisms. Kramer discusses the opioid crisis and its generational impact, emphasizing community and connection as pathways to healing. She challenges societal perceptions of addiction, advocating for empathy and understanding in addressing the complex realities faced by those struggling with this epidemic.