What Would You Do Alone in a Cage with Nothing but Cocaine?

Hanna Pickard's groundbreaking book offers a new perspective on addiction by integrating insights from science, philosophy, and clinical practice. She explores the complex reasons behind continued drug use, emphasizing the emotional and social factors that drive people to cope, self-harm, or even risk their lives. Challenging simple explanations, Pickard presents a nuanced, humanistic approach that considers individual circumstances and questions traditional notions of responsibility and blame.