Name: Addiction
Released: 2007-03-15T00:00:00.000Z

TV Show · Documentary

Filmmakers take a deep dive into a number of treatments and case studies of addictions to alcohol or drugs.

2007 · 21m

What Is Addiction?

In an informal therapy group, Dr. Nora Volkow, Director of NIDA, discusses addiction as a brain disease with addicts and family members. She notes the environmental, behavioral and genetic factors that can make an individual vulnerable to addiction.
South Boston Drug Court

Drug Courts are an alternative to incarcerating repeat, non-violent drug felons. In lieu of jail, addicts are mandated to receive comprehensive treatment, which often reduces relapses and re-arrests.
The Search for Treatment: A Challenging Journey

Addiction can be difficult for both the addict and their family members. What can be even more difficult is finding the right treatment for an individual.
A Mother's Desperation

The story of one mother's attempt to rescue her daughter from her heroin addiction.
Getting an Addict into Treatment: The CRAFT Approach

Dr. Robert Meyers developed an innovative treatment method called Community Reinforcement and Family Training. This program outlines the CRAFT approach, a gentle and effective method for helping families guide addicted loved ones into treatment.
Opiate Addiction: Understanding Replacement Therapy

Justin and Amanda, a young couple addicted to opiates for several years, have entered a treatment facility at Acadia Hospital in Bangor, Maine. This program follows their progress and presents expert commentary from Acadia administrator Scott Farnum.