Leading researcher explains how viewing addiction as a brain disorder improves treatmentsThis week, we are reporting on some promising treatments for two of the deadliest drugs in America: opioids and alcohol. William Brangham sat down with one of the nation's leading researchers who is studying America's addictions and how we can better address them. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders
# OpioidsA class of drugs that are often prescribed for pain relief but have a high potential for addiction and abuse.