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Understanding the Opioid Epidemic
Relationship between Opioids and Heroin
Dr. Kolodny talks about the relationship between prescription opioids and heroin abuse.
Clip | 4m 4s
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Understanding the Opioid Epidemic Trailer
A documentary that combines stories of people and communities impacted by opioids.
Preview | 2m 34s
"Where is the Outrage?"
There is a growing outrage, but not enough.
Clip | 6m 16s
"Dealing with Addiction"
Jennifer Weiss-Burke speaks about her son Cameron a high school wrestler who was injured.
Clip | 15m 17s
"The Demand for Opioids"
Prior to the mid-90s, the use of opioids to treat pain was limited.
Clip | 15m 38s
"Addiction Affects Everyone"
Opioid addiction effects all age groups, races and both sexes.
Clip | 7m 24s
"How Addiction Happens"
Avi and Julie Israel talk about the effect of painkillers on their son Michael.
Clip | 7m 29s
Program Experts Suggest Solutions
Experts from the program give suggestions on how to prevent new cases of opioid addiction.
Clip | 4m 49s
Cameron's Rap
Cameron Weiss raps about life, social issues and self respect.
Clip | 2m 13s
Understanding the Opioid Epidemic Promo
Preview | 30s