Chasing the Scream (book)

"Chasing the Scream" by Johann Hari examines the global war on drugs, highlighting its failures and impacts. The book tells personal stories and explores how criminalizing addiction worsens social problems, stigma, and violence. It challenges the idea that addiction is a moral failing, showing it as a health issue that requires compassionate treatment. Hari delves into historically and globally significant cases, demonstrating that alternatives like decriminalization and harm reduction can lead to better outcomes. Overall, the book advocates for a shift from punishment to understanding and support in addressing drug dependence.