How to Deal with Someone Who Uses Black Tar Heroin
Black-tar heroin is a tar-like drug that users typically dissolve, dilute and inject to induce a four- to six-hour-long "high." Because it is cheaper and more plentiful than Colombian heroin, it is becoming a trend among drug users. Dealing with someone who abuses black-tar heroin, especially someone you love, can be difficult -- the user may steal from you, lie to you and exhibit hostile attitudes and behaviors. By educating yourself about the effects of heroin and seeking counseling and/or a support group, you can deal more effectively with the situation.
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Read about the effects and withdrawal symptoms of black-tar heroin. By learning about the painful symptoms of withdrawal, you can better appreciate the heroin addict's struggle.
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Join a support group online or in person. Sober Recovery is an online site that includes forums to discuss experiences dealing with addicts. Al-Anon is a support group designed for friends and relatives of alcoholics, but it can be useful for people who know drug addicts.
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Seek counseling, either alone or with other family members. The counselor can provide emotional support and encouragement and she can provide an objective point of view. The counselor can also give you a list of resources in your area.
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Offer emotional support and encouragement during the detoxification process if the user chooses to quit. However, don't loan money, which might tempt the addict to purchase more of the drug.
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thanks, dear cathy. Have a book for you if you read faster than Aunt K and promise to return it. It is simething Nancy would like,
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well...DAG! That's pretty heavy, Aunti M
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it looks like a black substance like tar and smells like vinegar.
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dealing with black tar heroin is dealing with death. it is cheaper and has more access.
