"Is your doctor treating you or tricking you?" What is the difference between prescribed opiates, antidepressants, benzodiazepines, and cocaine, heroin, and alcohol? None. All of them are addictive drugs and all of them can make conditions worse over time. This Bottom Line Book says it like it is. Find out how these drugs affect brain chemistry. If you are thinking about starting any of these drugs, are already on them, or want to get off them, you'll want to know the truth before making any decisions.