Addicts sacrifice their savings, their entire family, their loved ones, their future and prestige, whatever they own, for the sake of their addiction. And there are those who die daily around the world from overdoses or accidents related to addiction, according to Fatayer. The health consequences are enormous, especially in terms of mental health. The person's mental capacity is put on hold. The addict often loses relationships with others, the sources of love, support and friendship.
Addiction is a crisis in life and a life in crisis.