Date of Award
Spring 5-2023
Document Type
Honors Project
University Scholars Director
Christine Chaney
Keywords
homelessness, addiction
Abstract
The homelessness crisis and drug epidemic have been, and continue to, ravage the nation in a manner that is both detrimental to society and humanity. The correlation between substance abuse and homelessness is enormous, though not necessarily causal. The conditions of being homeless coupled with the prevalence of mental illness drastically increases the susceptibility to substance abuse and addiction. On the other hand, addiction and substance abuse can contribute to someone entering homelessness. The intersectionality between the two is frequently ignored, yet critical to address. Informed by research regarding both conditions, the implications for public policy and reform are huge. This project aims to investigate and analyze the relationship between homelessness and addiction by reviewing existing literature and history, detailing the intricacies of addiction, and examining further implications and solutions.
Recommended Citation
Miranda, Antonia, "Exploring the Intersectionality Between Homelessness and Addiction: A Review" (2023). Honors Projects. 194.
https://digitalcommons.spu.edu/honorsprojects/194
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