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Author: Sam Quinones
Narrator: Ryan
Format: MP3
IBSN: 9781620402504
Language: English
Publish Date: 15/04/2015
Audiobook length: 31 min
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Why listen to Dreamland
Listening to the summary audiobook of "Dreamland" by Sam Quinones is essential for understanding the complexities of the opioid epidemic in America. Quinones masterfully weaves personal stories with historical context, highlighting how pharmaceutical companies, the rise of heroin, and socioeconomic factors have converged to create a public health crisis. The audiobook provides a compact yet comprehensive insight into the societal implications of addiction, encouraging listeners to engage in important conversations about prevention and treatment. By summarizing key themes and data, it equips listeners with the knowledge needed to better comprehend and address this pressing issue.
Key Insights from Dreamland
- 'Dreamland' explores the rise of the opioid epidemic in America, tracing its origins to the over-prescription of painkillers and the aggressive marketing strategies of pharmaceutical companies. Quinones highlights how the accessibility of these drugs transformed the landscape of addiction, particularly affecting small towns and rural areas.
- The book delves into the role of heroin trafficking in exacerbating the crisis, detailing how Mexican drug cartels capitalized on the increasing number of opioid addicts. By providing a cheaper and more potent alternative, these cartels significantly altered drug consumption patterns in the U.S.
- Quinones emphasizes the broader societal impact of addiction, including its effects on families, communities, and healthcare systems. He underscores the need for holistic solutions and a shift in how society addresses issues of drug addiction and mental health.
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