The harm reduction model of drug addiction treatment

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April 18, 2018 Today's TED Talk The harm reduction model of drug addiction treatment 16:31 minutes · TEDMED 2017 Why do we still think that drug use is a law-enforcement issue? Making drugs illegal does nothing to stop people from using them, says public health expert Mark Tyndall. So, what might work? Tyndall shares community-based research that shows how harm-reduction strategies, like safe-injection sites, are working to address the drug overdose crisis. Watch now »   Playlist of the Day How to mobilize healthier communities Rally your community to a healthier and happier way of life with these aspirational, yet accessible talks (that also offer some great ideas on where to start). Watch » 6 talks · Total run time 1:30:32 new on ideas.ted.com The worst effects of climate change may not be felt for centuries. So how should we think about it now? Some argue that we have a moral responsibility for future generations, but others ask: How do we know what they would want? Writer Charles C. Mann explores the confusing ethics of acting on global warming. Read more »   Download the TED app

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