Drug Addiction – Patrick Bukassa

Drug Addiction – Patrick Bukassa – Played and Inspired by Patrick Bukassa (Copyright) – A drug, broadly speaking, is any substance that, when absorbed into the body of a living organism, alters normal bodily function.[3] There is no single, precise definition, as there are different meanings in drug control law, government regulations, medicine, and colloquial usage.[4] In pharmacology, a drug is “a chemical substance used in the treatment, cure, prevention, or diagnosis of disease or used to otherwise enhance physical or mental well-being.”[4] Drugs may be prescribed for a limited duration, or on a regular basis for chronic disorders.[5] Recreational drugs are chemical substances that affect the central nervous system, such as opioids or hallucinogens.[5] They may be used for perceived beneficial effects on perception, consciousness, personality, and behavior.[5][6] Some drugs can cause addiction and habituation.[6] Drugs are usually distinguished from endogenous biochemicals by being introduced from outside the organism.[citation needed] For example, insulin is a hormone that is synthesized in the body; it is called a hormone when it is synthesized by the pancreas inside the body, but if it is introduced into the body from outside, it is called a drug.[citation needed] Many natural substances such as beers, wines, and some mushrooms, blur the line between food and drugs, as when ingested they affect the functioning of both mind and body. Drug is thought to originate from Old French “drogue”, possibly …

Legalized marijuana and workplace drug testing

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Deficit, Debt and Decline

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Alex Jones on guns in America: "The Republic will rise again when you attempt …

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I wouldn't be the least bit surprised if Mr. Jones has a medicine cabinet full of pills, or has a family history of drug abuse. It's how he tried to bring up pills, pills …. Yes, there are many other social ills to deal with (i.e. drunk driving, drug …
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