Heroin

Name: Heroin
SKU: 9781779774248
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Heroin addiction is a severe and complex issue that affects millions of people worldwide. It is a chronic disease characterized by compulsive drug-seeking behavior and use, despite harmful consequences. Heroin, an opioid drug made from morphine, can be injected, snorted, or smoked. The drug rapidly enters the brain, creating a surge of euphoria, which is often followed by a state of relaxation and drowsiness. This intense pleasure is what makes heroin so addictive.

SKU: 9781779774248 Categories: Health, Wellness & Personal Growth, Self-Help

Binding: Perfect Bound

Pages: 197Author: Mia R. Wellington

Description

The cycle of addiction often begins with experimentation or recreational use. For some, it may start with prescription opioids, which can lead to heroin use when the prescription runs out or becomes too expensive. The transition from prescription opioids to heroin is a dangerous one, as heroin is often mixed with other substances, increasing the risk of overdose. The initial euphoria experienced with heroin use quickly diminishes, leading individuals to use more of the drug to achieve the same effect, thus fueling the cycle of addiction.