Ethan Sweet

Understanding Heroin Heroin is a drug made from opium, a natural substance found in certain poppy plants. While some people think of heroin like methamphetamine or other stimulants, heroin actually belongs to a different group of drugs. It is an opioid, which means it...

Introduction Heroin is a powerful opioid drug made from morphine, which comes from the opium poppy plant. It can be injected, smoked, or snorted, and it works very quickly in the brain. People may feel strong euphoria or pleasure at first, but heroin also harms...

Is Adderall an Opioid? When people ask “is Adderall an opioid?”, the answer is simple: No, Adderall is not an opioid. Adderall is a stimulant medication, while opioids are pain-relieving drugs like morphine, oxycodone, or fentanyl. Even though both can be misused and...

Understanding the Question: Is Coke an Amphetamine? Many people ask, “is coke an amphetamine?” The short answer is no. Cocaine, often called “coke,” comes from the coca plant. Amphetamines, like Adderall or dextroamphetamine, are man-made stimulant medications. While...

Understanding Fentanyl and Its Addictive Nature Fentanyl is a powerful opioid. Doctors sometimes use it as a strong analgesic (pain reliever) after surgery or for people with severe pain. It can be given as a tablet, patch, or injection. But fentanyl can also be very...

Why Is Meth So Addictive? Methamphetamine, often called meth, crystal, ice, or glass, is one of the most dangerous and addictive drugs. Many people wonder, “Why is meth so addictive?” The answer comes down to how this strong stimulant affects the brain, the nervous...