Physical and psychological dependence is seen with long term use. If use of the drug is stopped then withdrawal symptoms are uneasiness, sleepiness, diarrhea, cramps, goose bumps and a runny nose. Cravings for the drug are severe. More severe withdrawal symptoms effect bodily functions that can last up to six months. The withdrawal could eventually be fatal.
Opiates shorten the human life span by both physical and mental aging.
Continuous use of opium is eventually fatal. Overdose of opium usually causes respiratory failure. Use of opium for recreational use is a worldwide problem. The intent of opiates is to relieve acute pain suffered from harm to the body. People ftom all races and income levels are known to use opiates, but the most problem is seen in the streets, where lower income people use the drug.