Are DRUGS really the way out of problems?
371897
Not really. They dont help. Except maybe pot if you have depression problems. But the thing is, you have to get over your problems yourself. You can hooked on some nasty drugs if youre only using to get away from problems. And I'm not saying this because I'm anti-drug. I do drugs pretty regularly, but I got over my problems (depression etc) all by myself. Pot helped a little bit because it makes you happy, but the true happiness you cant get from drugs alone. Good luck\n\n\nPeace
625139
In my experience, drugs are always needed.  I have worked with a couple of brave patients who were doing so well that their psychiatrist discontinued their medication.  But, both were admitted to the hospital several months later.  Because of the cognitive effects of the disease, its very difficult to treat using only therapy and I have never seen anyone respond to alternative medicines.
151168
I don't think mental illness will ever be cured as most people won't admit they have a problem.\n\nK
214172
NO NO NO!!!!!!! Drugs can kill you and do nothing to help you. if u r addicted plz get sum help so u dont get hurt.
618636
I think the "why" isn't that hard - drugs are harmful to the body, and can cause injury to people who aren't taking the drugs (like running over someone while high, for example). The "how" is much harder. There are two approaches, which basically seem like opposite ends of the spectrum. The first approach is to toughen drug penalties. The theory behind this is that people will stay up locked behind bars longer, so they won't be abusing drugs, and that if the penalties are high enough, people will be afraid of them and stop using drugs. The other approach is to increase the number of rehabilitation programs, and possibly loosen drug penalties so that, instead of serving jail time, the offenders go to the program instead. Whichever approach seems to work is your personal opinion.
490909
Don't do drugs, that's how.
443356
There should be no illegal drudge.  There are all kinds of medical uses for every drug created but in the US we have illegal drugs that your Dr. cannot prescribe for you even if it would save your life.  Heroin is used routinely to treat severe cancer related pain in other countries.  LSD was developed to treat alcoholism, marijuana has several uses. Cocaine also has several uses.  I think the hype surrounding illegal drugs is just a propaganda thing of the politicians to have a platform to get our votes.  There are just as many abuses of legal drugs as there is of illegal drugs.  And what about alcohol & tobacco?  They are legal & are the worst of them all.  Anyway,  my point is, if they were legal there would be no war on drugs.  We'd save all kinds of tax money.  Do away with DEA,ATF, RENU & a lot of idiot stupid laws.  I don't even & never have done drugs but if everything were legal, then tax the h--- out of the recreational drugs & set up rehabs etc. for the druggies.
562265
NONE.  Drugs are for looseerrss!!!
328099
maybe depression, or any mental illness, cant really be cured, like a broken bone. maybe mental illness will always be like alcoholism or substance abuse- under control but still there.
321201
anyone who uses needs to get a life...drugs are only a crutch for those too weak to face reality. This world doesn't have space for drugged up losers. They don't call it dope for nothing..what a waste of time, money and a human life.
29485
Your brain has been used to being one way for so long, removing that stimulant suddenly has to be a bit of a shock.  I'd say it's reasonable to go through some emotional distress while you're mind adjusts to functioning without the "drug".  Just stick with it and you'll be ok eventually.  I'm not a doctor or anything, just speaking from personal experience and observation.
225910
well, there has been a drug war going on now for a long time and the problem continues to increase. The whole problem is not going to be resolved to that level. We have a drug culture now, that goes far beyond illegal drugs, - the massive amount of prescription drugs adults and adolescents are consuming is also a huge problem and industry thrives of addiction's like this.  The fix,is the human mind. Until humans are satisfied, being alive and enjoying what life has to offer, all on it's own - the problem will exist. I think the population is forced to live stressed out because of the amount of effort you have to put out to survive, when your starting from a dis-advantage point of your life entry. If your serious about this, you must attain a position in government, so you can join the fight, but keep in mind - the politician has their hands in it - just like a massive portion of the population. \n The cops and the courts pay the bill's off it, and I dont think they really want a sollution, just too keep it at manageable levels.
391523
To run away from our own problems. To many of my friends, it is just a way to manage with their meaningless lives. Does it work? Not really, as soon as it wears off - back to reality.\n\nAt the same time I don't think soft drugs are any worse then drinking, gambling or porn-addiction. These are all to fill out something (in my opinion Someone) that we lack.
333048
not very. thats why we get good drugs in america.
417650
Yes.  That way we could use the police for more preventative measures.  We could get rid of the drug dealers.  We could regulate the substance - people would get what they paid for - no sugar, flour, Comet, Drano, etc - and the O.D.s would practically disappear.  We could tax it and help remove the national multitrillion dollar debt. \nI don't use drugs, but I don't think it's the government's right to tell me that I can't.  I am a functioning tax paying adult. The government is not my parent.
753683
Yes. Especially the "ED" drugs.
597058
because there are too many things going through thier head at once.  Drugs make you stop thinking, escape problems, but they are always waiting when you return so you have to do more.