UNDERSTANDING
H eroin is a powerful and dangerous opioid drug that has plagued individuals and communities for decades. Despite its prevalence, many people still lack accurate information about its effects, risks, and the pathways to recovery. Unmasking the Reality
The Basics of Heroin Heroin is derived from morphine, a natural substance found in opium poppy plants. It's classified as an opioid, and it be- longs to the same family of drugs as prescription painkillers like oxycodone and fentanyl. However, heroin is often more potent and has a higher risk of addiction. How Heroin is Used Heroin is usually found as a white or brown powder or as a sticky black substance known as "black tar" heroin. It can be ingested through various methods, including injecting, snort- ing, or smoking. Injecting heroin directly into the blood- stream leads to the fastest and most intense effects. Immediate Effects When heroin enters the brain, it's converted back into mor- phine, which binds to opioid receptors, resulting in a rush of euphoria and relaxation. Users experience a sense of warmth, decreased pain, and a detachment from reality. However, these effects are short-lived and are followed by a period of drowsiness.
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