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burchfield96

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on: Jun 22, 2018
Evaluate the advantages and disadvantages of LAAM, methadone, and buprenorphine as maintenance drugs for heroin abusers. Is maintenance a valid treatment solution? Why or why not?
 
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Question 2

Assess the issues which make the practice of abusing heroin dangerous and potentially deadly. Would these issues be resolved if heroin use was considered medicinal (similar to medical marijuana)? Why or why not?
 
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Kedrick2014

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Reply #1 on: Jun 22, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Intense craving is considered the first sign of impending heroin withdrawal.

Answer to Question 2

Intense craving is considered the first sign of impending heroin withdrawal.


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