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| Posted: 30 Oct 2021 06:30 PM PDT  Opium is a mixture of substances that are derived from a tar-like material in the fruit of the opium poppy. The earliest available reference to the cultivation of poppies dates back to about 5000 BC as evident from clay tablets left by the Sumerians. The ancient Sumerian and Mesopotamian cultures passed opium on to the Assyrians, Babylonians, and Egyptians, and the Greeks introduced it to India and Persia. Thus, opium has a very long history of using for recreation, medicine, and religious rituals. Besides, it was taken as a drug – to reach euphoric sensations. Look through the given infographic. As you can see, the U.S. government has been regulating the manufacture and distribution of opium for medical purposes. At the same time, the abuse of this drug remains a serious problem throughout the world, with millions of users spanning the globe. Opioid-type medications that doctors prescribe to help alleviate painful ailments have addictive properties. Street opioid drugs are usually even more addictive and dangerous as they are mixed with synthetic and more potent ingredients. AddictionResource authors say it's vital to seek help as soon as you notice that your (or someone else's) consumption of opioids, either legal or illegal, has gone out of control. Infographic by: addictionresource Share This Infographic On Your Site |
| Effects Of Alcohol: What Does Alcohol Do to Your Body? #Infographic Posted: 30 Oct 2021 05:18 PM PDT  Everyone knows that drinking a lot is harmful. It gives us a hangover and makes us feel tired, and we don't look good (to say the least) - and that is just the morning afterwards. Regular binge drinking has damaging effects on the whole body. The infographic below shows what illnesses it can provoke in different organs. While the focus is often made on the consequences of heavy alcohol consumption, moderate and even low drinking can also impair your health. It has been linked to higher risks of cancers, including mouth, larynx, pharynx, esophagus, breast in women and bowel in men, and liver cancer. When an individual regularly abuses alcohol for an extended period of time, the brain becomes dependent on it. Aside from the health damage, addiction may ruin a person's relationships, destroy their careers, and lead to risky behaviors (drunk driving, drug use, unprotected sex, etc.). Severe addiction requires inpatient treatment. AddictionResource authors say that quitting cold turkey can be dangerous. Detox should be done under medical supervision. Besides, there are always some psychological problems behind the wish to drink. Therapists help to find out the root of the problem and learn to cope with it while being sober. Infographic by: addictionresource Share This Infographic On Your Site |
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