Why are drugs considered dangerous?

Earlier,  the term 'drugs' referred to dried parts of plants that had an intoxicant effect and were used for medicinal purposes. Today, the term also includes those substances that induce a state of dreamy forgetfulness and are often used by people who temporarily escape from reality. 'Soft drugs,' such as alcohol or tobacco, which are found in cigarettes or cigars, can be purchased anywhere; however, they can be injurious to health if taken in excess. In contrast, 'hard drugs,' such as heroin or cocaine, are prohibited. But they are still smuggled across borders from the countries where they are produced. 

❓ Why do smokers find it difficult to quit smoking?

Like every drug, smoking, too, is addictive. The body gets used to it and needs it constantly. Smokers get addicted to the ingredient nicotine that has a stimulating and calming effect on the brain. Therefore, it is not so easy for habitual smokers to give up the Habit. This is the reason why people should avoid smoking. Tobacco advertising is now prohibited in many countries so that people do not get misled. Also, smoking in public places is banned.

Why should we avoid taking alcohol in excess?

Everyone knows that drinking alcohol in excess is unhealthy. But only a few know that an excess of alcohol can damage the nerve and brain cells and disturb the person's sense of balance and perception. Long-term drinking can lead to permanent damage to internal organs. Slowly the entire body is Poisoned, and the organs stop working normally. Alcohol has the most damaging effect on the liver, whose task is to remove the toxins from our blood. Alcoholics are considered serious patients needing medical help.

❓ What happens when one takes hard drugs?

Hard drugs, such as heroin or LSD, often lead to addiction the first time they are taken. Once the drug enters the body, it immediately creates a need to take in more of the same substance to induce the desired effect. If the supply is denied, the body reacts with drastic withdrawal symptoms. These include muscle pain, cramps, and blood circulation problems, which can lead to death. Thus, people taking hard drugs can hardly lead to a normal life. Their thoughts constantly revolve around how to get the drug again. Since the drugs are costly, the addicts often Resort to crimes like stealing. Medical help is required to get rid of such drastic addiction.

❓ Where does one get drugs from?

 Most drugs, like Ecstasy, are made artificial in the laboratory. Heroin and Morphine, on the other hand, have a natural ingredient: juice of the opium poppy, which is grown illegally mainly in Afghanistan and Southeast Asia. The raw opium is chemically changed into heroin in the laboratory. Heroin is a dangerous drug, which causes immediate addiction. Morphine, on the other hand, is not changed chemically; it is used as a strong painkiller in many medicines, but in a very controlled way so that it does not make the patient addictive. 

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Vaibhav - Oct 23, 2020, 3:28 PM - Add Reply

Really informative.

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