Summary Of Dope Sick Love

The documentary Dope Sick Love, follows around two drug-addicted couples in the streets of New York City. Couples Tracey & Matt and Michelle & Sebastian are prime examples of what it is like to live with the unescapable harm of addiction. As discussed in class, addiction is defined as a continued, compulsive use that gives temporary relief of please, in spite of the awareness of negative consequences. This definition perfectly explains the entire synopsis of the documentary. Both couples understand that they have ruined their own lives due to their heroin addiction. Yet, they continue to live on the streets and fiend for their next hit. Their extreme addictive behavior is documented throughout. A prime example includes Michelle and Sebastian