What is it
What is heroin?
A highly addictive and illegal drug used by millions
Heroin can be inhaled, injected, snorted, and...
Smoked
This is an effect caused by heroin
Rush/Buzz
The estimate millions of users in the word
9.2 million
Treating a heroin addiction usually consist of...
Therapy, medication, support groups, and lifestysle changes
Why is it difficult for users to overcome heroin?
Because of the major rush and high
What does it mean to “chase the dragon”?
To inhale heroin through a straw
What part of the human body is suppressed by heroin?
Central nervous system
Number of users in America
669,000
Not only is the drug addiction is treated but also...
Co-occurring mental health issues
What causes depression and creates a major impact on your mental health?
Withdrawal
Infections and death are typically caused by...
Injection to the muscles or veins
Name two diseases that can be caused from the chronic use of heroin
Liver disease and kidney disease
In the year 2007, most users came from...
Afghanistan
This helpline service is available to those who are in need of help
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration
The unformal name of the drug that is also a letter in the alphabet
H
Why is injection the most popular use of heroin?
The rush is greater for injection users
What are some possible effects of a user’s first dose of heroin?
Dizziness and vomiting
Opiates, mainly heroin were involved in 4 of every 5 deaths in...
Europe
Signs you may need heroin addiction treatment
Struggling with an opioid use disorder, such as cravings to use heroin, failing to manage use, etc.
Another unformal name that is also a reaction of direct anger
Smack
Heroin can also be smoked in a pipe or...
Laced into paper or a regular cigarette
What level of dosage can make the user sleepy and relaxed?
“A bigger dose”
In what year where opiates mainly coming from Aphgahastan?
2007
How long is a rehab for heroin treatment?
5 to 10 days total