New York has always been a part of American history. It continues to a part of American history. It will likely to continue to be such a state. From the Revolutionary War to the Great Depression to the events of September 11, 2001, it seems that there is no America without New York. It is home to America’s most populous metropolis: The Big Apple, The City that Never Sleeps. New York City is home to some of the most well-known celebrities, sports teams, events, and landmarks. At the same time, all of NYC’s fame and glory doesn’t eclipse the state’s more tragic side: a horrible drug problem.

Do you have a drug problem in New York? Call 877-968-6682!

Drugs, and the addictions they come with, are dangerous and deadly. At almost 2,000 people per year, drugs kill far more people in New York than anything else, such as firearms or car crashes. New York also ranks among the highest states in the country for drug abuse and addiction. People smoke more marijuana, use more cocaine, and become addicts more frequently in New York than most other places.

Much of New York’s drug problem derives from heroin, which causes well over 50,000 people to seek treatment per year. As an opiate, heroin depresses the central nervous system and alters the user’s brain chemistry. It “hijacks” brain receptors that are responsible for pleasure, hunger, sleep, and motivation (to name a few). Because of this, users come to depend on heroin for happiness, thereby becoming addicted.

Heroin is an especially dangerous drug for a number of other reasons. The preferred method of delivery among habitual users is injection, which can lead to HIV, AIDS, hepatitis and other blood-borne diseases. Heroin is also unregulated because it is illegal. Therefore, it is usually “cut” with other substances - some of which turn out to be deadly. Recently, there have been reports of Fentanyl-laced heroin. The addition of another opiate makes this drug cocktail lethal. Addicts overestimate their tolerance and overdose, or otherwise suffocate.

Drug addiction kills, but it doesn’t have to. Find treatment today by calling 877-968-6682!