As if typical addiction was not enough, there are people who actually go the extra mile just to get that better and stronger “high.” This, of course, necessarily means that the complications and side effects are compounded just as well, with a greater chance of overdose on the side.
According to a report, about 21 million people in the U.S. aged 12 years and older struggle with substance addiction every year. The National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) shows expenditure due to lower production in the workplace, legal costs, and criminal justice is up to $600 billion.
Compared to other forms of addiction, cocaine addiction has proven to be very difficult to plan an intervention for. Cocaine addictions, unfortunately, can have a strong grip on the individual abusing this substance and can even cause drug-induced psychosis.
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After coming to terms with having an addiction, figuring out how to get into drug rehab, and committing to getting help comes preparing for rehab.
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Unfortunately, suicide is one of the leading causes of death in the United States. In fact, as a whole, suicide is the 10th leading cause of death in the country.
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Heroin is a highly addictive opiate drug that can be injected, snorted, or smoked. While using heroin, people experience a euphoric or high feeling and often feel calm or drowsy. Over time, heroin can have a profound effect on a person’s brain.
Addiction to drugs can take its toll on your physical, mental, and social health. Many people find that quitting can be so uncomfortable that they keep using drugs to avoid it.
As if typical addiction was not enough, there are people…
According to a report, about 21 million people in the…
Compared to other forms of addiction, cocaine addiction has proven…
After coming to terms with having an addiction, figuring out…
Unfortunately, suicide is one of the leading causes of death…
Heroin is a highly addictive opiate drug that can be…
Addiction to drugs can take its toll on your physical,…
