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Prescription Drug Addiction is a physical and psychological dependence to prescription drugs. Prescription drugs can be abused or used for recreational purposes, which can alter brain activity and lead to addiction.
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Fast Facts
- Common prescription drugs: Pain Relievers, Valium, Vicodin, OxyContin, Percocet, Darvon, Demerol
- Abuse of prescription drugs to get high has become increasingly prevalent with teens
- Three classes of prescription drugs: Opioids, Depressants, Stimulants
- Abuse of opioids/narcotics/pain relievers can cause life-threatening respiratory depression
- Stimulant abuse can cause high body temperature
- Individuals who abuse prescription drugs by injecting them expose themselves to contracting HIV
- Disclaimer: The content in this page is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Please contact your doctor for more information on Prescription Drug Addiction.
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Prescription Drug Addiction: The Hidden Epidemic - $15.95
Unfortunately, millions of Americans are abusing prescription drugs. Fourteen of the top twenty most-abused substances are pharmaceuticals. This hidden epidemic affects individuals from all walks of life. This book brings to light this misu...
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View All Prescription Drug Addiction Questions (404) | Ask a QuestionAmericans are more addicted to prescription drugs than illegal drugs? Why? (3 Answers)Perhaps because prescription drugs are more socially acceptable, legal and tend to be the answer for a plethora of issues. Many people take prescription drugs the right way and they ... read moreWhich is worse a peaceful drug addict or a violent drug addict? Why? (4 Answers)A violent drug addict is worse, but a peaceful drug addict on Heroin when doing something like driving can fall asleep at the wheel, and kill somebody. read moreWould you take a drug to get longer, thicker eyelashes? (3 Answers)When considering any beauty product that could be considered medical. I consider risk (side effects) and cost.Based on the article you provided, the side effects would lead me to say, ... read moreDo you think some legal drugs should be illegal? Why or Why not? (3 Answers)Tobacco comes to mind. This drug has killed millions of people and is the number 1 case of addictions in the world. In reality smoking is a choice, and well ... read more
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