Legal troubles are often part of these stories. In Indonesia, drug use and trafficking are illegal. So, those involved in drugs often end up in jail or facing severe legal consequences, which further ruins their lives and the lives of those around them.
One story is about a young Indonesian who got involved with drugs. He started with marijuana, thinking it was harmless. But soon he was addicted to harder drugs like heroin. His family noticed his drastic weight loss, constant sickness, and erratic behavior. Eventually, he lost his job, his friends abandoned him, and his family was heartbroken seeing him deteriorate day by day.
The unknown is a very scary element. In stories like that of the Kuntilanak, you never really know when or where she will appear. She could be lurking near a banana tree waiting to strike.
Another horror story involves the Leyak. The Leyak is a witch - like creature that can detach its head and fly around at night in search of pregnant women. It is believed to have long nails and a long tongue, and it preys on the life force of the unborn child. This story has been passed down for generations in Indonesia, scaring people especially during the night.
I knew someone who tried LSD. His experience was a nightmare. He started having a 'bad trip' where he felt like he was falling into an endless void. He couldn't distinguish between what was real and what was the drug - induced hallucination. His heart was racing uncontrollably, and he was sweating profusely. He thought he was going to die. It took him a long time to recover both physically and mentally from that one LSD use.
Often, the first step is to stop using the drug. Then, medical treatment may be required. Antipsychotic medications can be prescribed to help manage symptoms like hallucinations and paranoia. For example, drugs like risperidone can be effective.
One horror story is when a person had unknowingly taken a cough medicine that contained an ingredient that showed up as a drug on the test. They got in trouble at work even though they were just trying to get better from a cold.
One horror story is about a young man who started using meth. He quickly lost his job as his appearance deteriorated and he became paranoid. His friends abandoned him, and he ended up living on the streets, stealing to get money for his next fix. His teeth rotted, and his skin was full of sores. It was a tragic downfall all because of drug use.
One horror story is about a young man who started using drugs in college. He became addicted to heroin. His life spiraled out of control. He lost his friends, dropped out of school, and stole from his family to get money for drugs. Eventually, he ended up in jail, his health in ruins.
One horror story is about a person who took PCP and thought they could fly. They climbed onto a rooftop and jumped, resulting in serious injuries. PCP can cause extreme hallucinations and a complete loss of touch with reality, leading people to engage in very dangerous behaviors.