In Place of the Self: How Drugs Work

As drug use rises, the challenge of drug dependency increases. Some people view using recreational drugs such as ecstasy or cannabis as a personal choice, like smoking or drinking alcohol. There are pressures for decriminalising drugs, offering better prevention, health support and education. Ron Dunselman sheds important new light on addiction, so that both individuals and professionals can make more informed choices. Drawing on extensive research with drug users and his rehabilitation wor...