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Addiction: a choice or a trap?

Millions of Americans struggle with substance abuse - at great cost to themselves, their loved ones, and society overall. It's a huge burden that we can't address effectively until we can characterize it fully. Is addiction a choice-based societal problem? Or is it a biologically driven health crisis? And how can research with animals inform therapeutic strategies for what seems to be a purely human phenomenon? Joining us today to discuss this and more is Dr. Edythe London, a pioneer in addiction research and treatment strategies, who continues to risk her own personal safety to reduce the suffering of others.

The Edge Treatment Center: 2021 addiction statistics and trends

Brief Biography on Dr. Edythe London and a special honor from the American Association for the Advancement of Science

Wikipedia biography

2011 Recipient of the AAAS Award for Scientific Freedom and Responsibility

AAAS recognizes the work of Speaking of Research members

Animal rights extremist attacks against Dr. London

Why I use animals in my research

Attacks on nonhuman animal researchers increase in frequency and severity

Scientists rip animal protection activists