Heroin is a highly addictive drug derived from morphine, which is obtained from the opium poppy.
How it’s Used: Heroin is swallowed in pill form, sniffed, smoked or injected.
Effects: Heroin slows down the activity of the central nervous system and messages going to and from the brain and the body. This includes physical, mental and emotional responses.
Side Effects
Euphoria, Drowsiness, Apathy, Nausea and vomiting, Slurred speech, Constricted pupils, Decreased physical activity, Convulsions, Respiratory depression, Greater susceptibility to infection. Increased risk of hepatitis or AIDS from infected needles, Coma, Death
Remedies
Here are some sites that offer remedies for drugs including Heroin.
- DrugHelp.org is a private, non-profit information and referral network providing information on specific drugs and treatment options, and referrals to public and private treatment programs, self-help groups, family support groups and crisis centers throughout the United States.
- Narconon Drug Rehabilitation and Treatment for Addiction. High success rate. Offers Narconon Drug Prevention and Education Services.
- Church Of Scientology International Drug Solutions presents information on effective drug education, drug prevention and drug rehabilitation.
- Drug Education Council offers ways to prevent drug abuse and become better informed about current local and national community awareness efforts.
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