The Wire

Heroin Addicts are often seen as out of control and unable to function normally or hold down jobs, but it seems this isn’t always the case. During a recent survey of heroin users it was found there’s a significant group who are able to control or moderate their use, and lead mostly normal lives. While the researchers say their findings aren’t meant to downplay the risks of heroin use, they believe the results may be useful in the development of future treatments, where addicts will be encouraged to take greater responsibility for their drug use. Paul Turnbull from the Institute for Criminal Policy research in London, spoke to Ekaterina Kossian about the study and its findings.