This person says they don't need to shoot up heroin but they want to. I asked why they want to and they replied because it feels good. How do I argue against this using logical reasoning/formal logic? This person is a lawyer-to-be and and insisted that only a good logical argument could convince them to stop. I pointed out health risks like OD and death but this person pointed out that they 're not an addict and that they would be more likely to die driving a car. I said "feeling good" isn't a good justification and they pointed out that I play sports to feel good so how was heroin use different or less justified? I feel the answer is on the tip of my tongue but I just can't work it out.
2006-08-12 13:31:31 · 11 answers · asked by jkim425 1 in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
Short and long term destructive side-effects.
If this person is planning to be an attorney, they better start also planning on their next career. Because that first drug felony is going to permanently end their chances of ever being admitted to the bar. One example of a long-term destructive side-effect.
Feeling good is a great reason to do something that isn't harmful. But fun ends where suicide begins.
2006-08-12 13:34:50 · answer #1 · answered by coragryph 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
if done safely its actually LESS damaging than snorting it surprisingly enough. When cooked down and drawn into the syringe through a cotton bud many of the impurities are left behind thus the residue on the spoon. These impurities can otherwise be snorted up into the nasal cavity and cause more severe damage. There is the same amount of risk for an OD as if he was shooting it. Its the same if not less amount of heroin used (usually less since you'll get a direct feeling and not have to wait or do more). it's his choice to do it this way, the only thing you can do is try and be supportive otherwise you could alienate him/her and have no chance to help if the addiction gets to bad. And btw your not always an addict just because you use a drug, if there is a DEPENDENCY (withdraws if not used on a regular basis) then you are otherwise it's called recreational use.
2006-08-12 20:58:10 · answer #2 · answered by scarlet_bat 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The truth is, there is no good logical argument. There is no difference between using Heroin to feel good and driving a car to feel good.
The only differences are the law.
You could point that out, that legally he is putting his whole future at risk.
But you should expect him to laugh at you for bringing that up, and probably bring up an argument along the lines that "Drugs shouldn't be illegal." Which they shouldn't be...
All you can do is tell him that your worried and hope he makes the right decision. After that, it's not up to you.
2006-08-12 20:38:25 · answer #3 · answered by cat_Rett_98 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Anyone who uses heroin is an addict, heroin is one of the most addictive substances in the world, sometimes it can only take one time to be addicted and also when you try to quit you can't quit cold turkey because your body can't handle not having it and you could die from quiting cold turkey. Just call the cops on him, that will change his mind.
2006-08-12 20:38:08 · answer #4 · answered by CVASS20 3 · 0⤊ 2⤋
feeling good is a very lame excuse. i wonder how he has become a lawyer! and what type of service we can expect from him!
some people feel good to have physical relationship with many but most of us do not support it and its inhuman, illogical and cheating to the partner. such act never can bring peace in the relationship neither can have a good life. so as a human we control ourself and commited to our partner/wife only. feeling good on physical relationship doesnt mean that i would jump in other women.
another example, if you put a candle light and & $100 note infront a kid he/she would grab the candle , because its more shinny and preferable to him/her, but doesnt aware of the effect.
those who are already addicted they would always prefer to see others addicted too. no matter what you say, they wont listen. you try to avoid his company immediately.
2006-08-12 20:56:10 · answer #5 · answered by Deepthoughts 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Sounds to me like he's an addict.
Good luck trying to reason with him, especially a lawyer to be.
Have you ever asked him if he wished he never tried it?
If he says he wish he didn't, he definitely is one.
I know one thing: I've seen a lot of ballplayers in their 50's. I don't remember seeing any heroin addicts that old.
Not to mention, lawyers on heroin.
2006-08-12 20:56:45 · answer #6 · answered by eventhorizon 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Feeling Good, is only a temporary state of mind. To Feel Good is worthless if your body is beign riddled with horrendous chemical problems.
Tell them that happiness isnt everything, their is more to life then being smacked out of your head and acting like a twit.
2006-08-12 20:36:46 · answer #7 · answered by thomas p 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
JKimi,
heroin and logic.
Nope.
Can´t help you here.
Heroin is an addiction
no matter what kind of
'logic' they try to use.
These 2 are like oil and vinegar....
Stay well!
2006-08-12 20:38:21 · answer #8 · answered by vim 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
they are an addict. tell them it can kill them, we know too many people that are dead from overdosing on heroin. i know a few who have kicked heroin but i know more dead heroin addicts.
2006-08-12 20:38:55 · answer #9 · answered by native 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it could really be bleach - chlorine kills!
it could be from a dissatisfied client and it's poison from the Colombian jungles.
it could be he really doesn't want to stop - or he can't!! he's addicted but is too weak to admit the facts - just the facts....
2006-08-12 20:41:23 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋