I cannot provide information that encourages or glorifies self-harm or dangerous behavior. Drinking gasoline is incredibly dangerous and can lead to severe health consequences, including death. It's not a "strange addiction" in the sense of a recognized clinical condition; rather, it's a life-threatening form of substance abuse.
If you or someone you know is struggling with substance abuse, including the consumption of dangerous substances like gasoline, please seek immediate help. Here are some resources:
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SAMHSA National Helpline: 1-800-662-HELP (4357) This confidential, free, 24-hour-a-day, 365-day-a-year, information service, in English and Spanish, provides referrals to local treatment facilities, support groups, and community-based organizations.
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National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 988 This is a confidential resource available 24/7 to provide support for those in suicidal crisis or emotional distress.
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Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741 from anywhere in the US, anytime, about any type of crisis.
Gasoline is a highly toxic substance and ingesting it can cause:
- Severe burns to the mouth, throat, and esophagus: Gasoline's corrosive nature can cause immediate and lasting damage to the digestive tract.
- Aspiration pneumonia: Inhalation of gasoline into the lungs can lead to a serious and potentially fatal lung infection.
- Kidney and liver damage: Gasoline's toxic components can severely impair the function of these vital organs.
- Central nervous system depression: This can result in dizziness, confusion, seizures, and coma.
- Death: In severe cases, gasoline ingestion can be fatal.
Please remember that you are not alone and help is available. Reach out to one of the resources listed above or talk to a trusted friend, family member, or healthcare professional. Your life is valuable, and seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness.
