
Dr. Hayley J. Edwardson
227 posts

Dr. Hayley J. Edwardson
@HJEdwardson
Public Health Senior Lecturer/Researcher in Matricentric Feminism




The term “drug abuse” is especially troubling in regards to criminalization because “abuse” absolutely should be criminalized - abusing your kids, your wife, your employees, senior citizens etc. When we call folks who use drugs “abusive” it justifies state violence against them.

The moment Richard, Nazanin and Gabriella finally reunited after 6 long years. This picture makes me so happy and so proud of all 3 of my brave constituents. Thank you everyone for your constant support for this incredible family. #NazaninIsFree

The single most common factor for children who develop resilience is at least one stable and committed relationship with a supportive parent, caregiver, or other adult. #ItsAllAboutRelationships developingchild.harvard.edu/resources/supp…









“We have failed to educate people about drugs because of the stigma associated with them.” @Columbia Prof @drcarlhart, a drugs expert who also recreationally uses narcotics, argues in favour of regulating drugs saying it would enable us to enhance their safety #Newsnight


Maternity and Wellbeing Symposium on Friday 13 November 2020 online. Email centreforartsandwellbeing@brighton.ac.uk to book a free place. @Uni_English


