Narcosis means a state of unconsciousness or drowsiness caused by drugs or other substances. It is a condition where a person becomes sleepy, unaware of their surroundings, and their senses may be dulled or impaired. Full definition
«Time spent in the water is critical in terms of research costs and the threat of nitrogen narcosis, yet we still largely collect data the way Darwin did, with pencil and paper,» says Macdonald. (newscientist.com)
Christ's concern for individuals enslaved by the products of their sinful condition should be motivation enough for Christians to concern themselves for people today — who are increasingly demonstrating signs of electronic narcosis, with consequent effects of isolation, alienation, fear, abnegation of responsibility and loss of joy. (religion-online.org)