Marc Lewis

Author 'The Biology of Desire: Why Addiction is Not a Disease.'

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Marc Lewis on KCRW

Most medical experts say that addiction is a disease—whether that addiction is to drugs, alcohol, or cigarettes.

The Biology of Desire: Why Addiction is Not a Disease

Most medical experts say that addiction is a disease—whether that addiction is to drugs, alcohol, or cigarettes.

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