ADDICTION TO RITALIN
Although Ritalin brings relief for many people suffering from traumatic ADHD, the dangers of the drug are becoming more clear than ever. Due to the euphoric effects of Ritalin, many people abuse the drug despite the risks. Those who begin abusing Ritalin on a regular basis are likely to develop a dependence on and/or an addiction to the drug. Ritalin is extremely addictive because it is derived from opiates, making it similar to morphine and heroin.
The greatest danger of Ritalin is a potentially fatal overdose. Ritalin depresses a person’s respiration and decreases their blood pressure. This can lead to seizures, comas or cardiac arrest (especially when ingesting, snorting, or injecting crushed tablets). Ritalin is most dangerous and addictive when taken via methods that increase the drug’s euphoric effects, such as crushing pills and then snorting or injecting the powder or combining the pills with alcohol or other drugs. |
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