Opioid painkillers produce a euphoria that is, at best, short-lived. However, the combination of euphoria and the absence of pain – if only temporary – are enough to trigger a painkiller addiction. People who get hooked on painkillers find it extremely difficult to stop using the drugs. As a result, many people must seek professional…
Heroin is one of the most notorious illegal drugs in the world. Approximately 9.2 million people worldwide suffer from abusing this drug. The dangers of heroin abuse extend far beyond merely its mental and physical effects – heroin often destroys communities. It leads to an increase in violence, poverty, fetal effects, HIV/AIDS, and disruptions to…
Physical dependence is a health condition that results when you chronically use a certain drug. People who are dependent on a drug will develop a tolerance to it. This means that they gradually need more of the drug to get the same effect. They will also experience unpleasant symptoms when they stop using the drug.…