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In Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside, the last Wednesday of the month triggers a chaotic scramble among drug addicts and dealers as welfare checks are distributed.
Thirty percocets were prescribed to a new mother after a cesarean section, marking the beginning of her struggle with opioid addiction.
Vinnie Jones reflects on his nine-and-a-half years of sobriety, the loss of his wife Tanya, and the impact of Simon Cowell and The X Factor on his life.
Henry A. Hopkins explores his brother Patrick's battle with mental health and drug addiction, highlighting its profound impact on their family.
At Aurora House, five women confront their dependencies on alcohol and drugs while navigating the challenges of rehabilitation in a supportive environment.
Steve Moby Leitch swims the treacherous Molokai Channel in Hawaii, overcoming personal struggles with addiction and loss to inspire others.
In Vancouver's Downtown Eastside, Sergeant Steinkampf navigates a crisis involving a mother and son amid the challenges of poverty and addiction during the holiday season.
Tamara Segura returns to Cuba to confront her father's alcoholism and the enduring effects of the Cuban Revolution on her family and community.
Overdose Prevention Society in Vancouver addresses the escalating overdose crisis by providing a supervised drug consumption site staffed by active and former users.
Bobby Moss, a paramedic with 24 years of experience, responds to overdose calls in Marietta, Georgia, as the opioid crisis affects local families.
Kensington, Philadelphia, is examined as America's largest open-air drug market, highlighting the lives of its addicts and the challenges they face.
Inmates at Changi Prison's B1 Institution engage in rehabilitation programs like the HERO initiative and prison school, addressing violence, education, and personal trauma.
In rural Canada, adolescents navigate their relationships with authority figures while experiencing the contrasts between structured classrooms and the freedom of outdoor play.
In Vancouver's Downtown Eastside, rising suicide rates and anti-police protests highlight the community's struggle with addiction and mental health crises.
A mother investigates the circumstances surrounding her son David's death from drug addiction, exploring societal issues and personal loss in the process.
In Singapore's only women's prison, inmates navigate conflicts fueled by rumors, personal struggles, and the challenges of incarceration, as seen through the experiences of Joanna, Halen, Christeen, and Haziqah.
Iboga, a psychedelic plant root from Africa, is explored as a treatment for addiction through David Graham Scott's experiences and the risks faced by users in the West.
Harry Wills and John Tate, two boxers from different eras, faced significant challenges in their careers, including racial barriers and personal struggles with addiction.
Three lifelong friends from Brooklyn, New York, transform their experiences with trauma into the influential music of Life of Agony, featuring the first openly transgender lead singer.
In the wake of the opioid crisis, recovering addicts and political leaders unite to hold pharmaceutical companies accountable for their role in the epidemic.
Fee investigates the implications of inherited violence after learning her birth mother was murdered, while also exploring her family history and connections in Tasmania.
Britain's cocaine epidemic is examined through the lives of teen dealers and users, highlighting the role of the dark web in drug distribution and enforcement challenges.
Five thousand pounds is owed to the Spartan Bare Knuckle Fight Club, which operates as the UK’s only licensed 8x8ft bare-knuckle pit fighting promotion.
The documentary dives into London’s cocaine scene and its complex networks and impacts.
More than double the European average, young British adults consume cocaine at alarming rates, fueling a thriving drug trade that spans thousands of miles.
Ten years of daily methamphetamine use did not fill the void for one woman from Malaysia, who shares her story of addiction and recovery.
More than 200,000 Union soldiers marched down Pennsylvania Avenue in May 1865 to celebrate the end of the Civil War.
In Changi Prison Complex, female inmates confront their uncertain futures and fears of acceptance as they navigate life behind bars and prepare for reintegration into society.
Anna Nicole Smith's tragic story reveals the cost of fame in Hollywood and beyond.
A mysterious death at an Illinois jail highlights the rise of a paper-based drug that is complicating the global synthetic drug crisis, as reported by Azam Ahmed.
Someone is arrested for cannabis every 58 seconds in the United States, even as the industry grows into a multi-billion-dollar market.
A single mother in the Democratic Republic of Congo can earn more from selling marijuana than from traditional crops like beans and potatoes.
Fentanyl has been linked to at least 250,000 deaths in the U.S. and Canada, as new synthetic drugs like tranq enter the drug supply.
Fentanyl is killing more than gun crime and car accidents in Vancouver and beyond.
Alder Hey Children's Hospital treats over 200,000 patients annually, with rising cases of preventable health issues like childhood obesity and alcohol misuse.
Over a six-year period, drug companies flooded West Virginia with 780 million highly addictive pain pills, contributing to a severe opioid crisis.
22 veterans die by suicide each day, prompting calls for access to marijuana as a treatment for PTSD instead of traditional opiates.
Over 63,000 people died from overdoses linked to fentanyl in the United States in recent years, making it the leading cause of drug-related fatalities.
Cases involving meth have spiked over 1,000% in the United States, as powerful drug cartels control a vast production and distribution network.
Two-thirds of Indonesian men smoke, with tobacco advertising still widespread, as patients believe smoking can cure ailments like cancer.
Ice use in Australia has increased by 300% over the last five years, leading to a surge in violent crime and addiction across communities.
In Malaysia's east coast fishing communities, a persistent heroin problem raises questions about cultural influences, poor choices, and the effectiveness of law enforcement.
Cocaine residue in Berlin's sewage has doubled since 2017, reflecting a sharp rise in drug use across Germany.
Two women returning from Mexico are questioned by Customs and Border Protection officers after their stories raise suspicions of drug smuggling.
Portland's homeless population attracts youth seeking social services, fueling one of the deadliest drug markets in the United States.
160 million festival tickets were sold worldwide in the year before the pandemic, fueling a growing demand for MDMA and escalating drug trafficking in the Netherlands.
In 2015, Reggie Yates investigates how societal pressures lead young British men to pursue extreme fitness goals, including steroid abuse and invasive surgeries.
Josephine Martin's disappearance in The Pas, Manitoba, and Laura Lee May Francis's case in Grand Prairie, Alberta, highlight the ongoing struggles with addiction and trauma in their communities.
