When people first experiment with drugs, the process is similar.
Usually, the individual careful measures how much he takes to avoid an
overdose, and expects a certain outcome from the substance.
But something is often overlooked. People tend to disregard, or at least underestimate the horrors of addiction.
DON'T EXPERIMENT WITH ADDICTION
Like any idea or choice that we make, addiction starts in the mind.
You’ll never start drinking or using drugs unless you think about it and
then chose to try it.
Usually, someone begins taking drugs because of an emotional
experience. Whether it’s losing a job, going through a divorce or trying
to cope with the death of a loved one, people often take drugs to
escape the reality of a difficult situation.
Other reasons for an experiment with drugs include: curiosity,
influence from friends or simply out of interest or pleasure. Whatever
the reason may be, during the experimental stage, drugs are usually
taken short-term and randomly.
DON'T PLAY WITH FIRE . . . OR DRUGS
A good definition of the experimental stage would be “the voluntary
use of drugs without experiencing any negative social or legal
consequences.” But even in using drugs or alcohol as a short-term source for enjoyment, you’re playing with fire.
The problem usually ensues once the fire is kindled. When the user
discovers the temporary relief in their substance of choice, they begin
to crave that feeling of relief again.
But our emotions will never be satisfied by using a substance. So I
have to ask, why ? Why risk your life by experimenting with drugs or
alcohol? It isn’t worth it. I promise.
But those who choose to take the risk take the plunge into the next stage of addition.
During the social stage the substance begins to
change different facets of the user’s life. From the way the person
feels, to how he thinks and communicates – the social stage is a game
changer.