LSD Addiction
LSD addiction is a psychological rather than a physical addiction. Many LSD users become psychologically dependent on the distraction its use presents - an escape from reality. There is a tolerance factor involved with using LSD and one that develops rapidly.
LSD produces unpredictable psychological effects, with "trips" lasting about 12 hours. With large enough doses, users experience delusions and hallucinations. Physical effects include increased body temperature, heart rate, and blood pressure; sleeplessness; and loss of appetite.
Heavy LSD users are often disconnected from reality and develop severe social problems. Ruined sleep cycles and loss of interest in eating and personal hygiene can exacerbate the situation. People with histories of certain mental illnesses can worsen their condition - in particular if they suffer from schizophrenia or psychosis. LSD use may also speed the onset of these conditions to those who are predisposed.
LSD and Health Risks
Few reports of LSD overdoses result in death of permanent health problems, though people concurrently under the influence of other recreational drugs have been known to have heart attacks, strokes, and other causes of death possibly associated with the LSD use. LSD can distort perceptions of reality and produce hallucinations; the effects can be frightening and cause panic.
The real dangers associated with taking LSD are the accidents that can occur under the influence with poor judgment, skewed perceptions or a sense of immortality. It is not uncommon for LSD users to accidentally get killed by falling from windows or buildings, walking in front of a moving vehicle or driving while tripping.
Due to the relatively unpredictable effects of LSD; it is essential to find treatment as early on as possible. The longer one uses LSD, the opportunity for tolerance and LSD addiction increases. Once this occurs, it will take more of the drug to produce the desired effect. LSD addiction treatment is essential.
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