Meth: The Drug That Can Do It All

“Meth, not even once” is a popular phrase that is associated with this drug. This drug has many known horrible effects associated with it, plus many effects more I am sure are going to be discovered over time. I am intending to cover the history, effects, the different categories of meth abuse, and the withdrawal effects of Methamphetamine in this paper, and what to do if you suspect someone you know is using meth.

Crystal meth is a sub-category of amphetamine. Amphetamines are synthetic amines- which are similar to the body's neurotransmitter: norepinehrine and the hormone epinephrine (adrenaline). Amphetamines stimulate the reticular activating system. This activation is transmitted to all parts if the brain. This process causes the user to become

Methamphetamines (Meth) cause a wide array of problems with its users, a lot of which are permanent. Meth’s affects range from neurological issues, alertness, paranoia, and aggression. It also leads to psychological and physical disorders. Because Meth is a stimulant, it can cause the user to be up for days and even weeks at a time causing stress to the body and can result in over exerting oneself and inevitably something will give. Personal problems from users will be talked about, as well as scientific studies on the Meth epidemic.

The abuse of methamphetamine is a very serious problem in the United States. According to one national survey, approximately 10 million people in the United States have tried methamphetamine at least once (Meth Abuse and Addiction, 2010). Methamphetamine is a highly addictive stimulant that affects the central nervous system. Although most of the methamphetamine used in this country comes from foreign or domestic super labs, the drug is also easily made in small clandestine laboratories, with inexpensive over the counter ingredients. Methamphetamine is commonly known as “speed,” “meth,” and “chalk.” In its smoked form it is often referred to as “ice,” “crystal,” “crank,” and “glass.” It is a

“I want to be addicted to meth!” Have you ever heard anyone say this? While millions of people use methamphetamines, it would be difficult to find a person that had the desire to become addicted to it. Despite a radical increase in the number of people using this drug and the terrible consequences of doing so, it has recently propelled in popularity. Meth addiction is so common because the use of the drug is prevalent in many areas and because there is little knowledge about the risks involved. Few people comprehend the long-term effects of meth on the brain and the body. Methamphetamine is an extremely powerful drug and is so dangerous because it only takes one time to become seriously

Today, methamphetamines are abused throughout the US. It has spread like wildfire, starting on the West Coast. Today, meth does not discriminate and will affect every race, culture, age, and socio economic level. Meth users range from the most prestigious political figures, all star athletes, famous celebrities, re-known musicians, honest business men/women, respectable housewives/husbands, honor students, to your street drug dealers and junkies. Many truck drivers and bikers are notorious for abusing meth.

Crystal meth, we’ve might’ve heard of it from time to time, but what exactly is it? Crystal methamphetamine has become a widespread epidemic across the United States. Methamphetamine crosses all barriers in today’s society, culturally, socially, and economically. The abuse of this drug and its negative oral effects have become all too familiar amongst dentist and dental healthcare workers. Meth last much longer than crack cocaine and although it is much cheaper to purchase, it is much more hazardous and possibly even deadlier to process. The abuse of this drug leads its victims to have an accelerated physical appearance and devastating oral effects known as Meth Mouth.

Methamphetamine takes the form of a white, odorless, bitter tasting 1, crystalline powder. Methamphetamine increases the amount of dopamine (involved in reward, pleasure, motor function,compulsion, and perseveration). The drug produces this effect because it has a similar molecular compound as dopamine. Methamphetamine is a powerful central nervous system stimulant. The drug works directly on the brain and spinal cord by interfering with normal neurotransmission. When taken repeatedly over time, methamphetamine can produce lasting damage in the

Methamphetamine takes the form of a white, odorless, bitter tasting1, crystalline powder. Methamphetamine increases the amount of dopamine (involved in reward, pleasure, motor function,compulsion, and perseveration). The drug produces this effect because it has a similar molecular compound as dopamine. Methamphetamine is a powerful central nervous system stimulant. The drug works directly on the brain and spinal cord by interfering with normal neurotransmission. When taken repeatedly over time, methamphetamine can produce lasting damage in the nerve cells located in the brain’s pleasure center, as well as nerve cells in other locations.

Meth is an amphetamine and a central nervous system stimulant meaning it is an upper (Inaba & Cohen, 2014). It increases respiration, heart rate, motor activity, and alertness (Fisher & Harrison, 2013). This type of drug leads to euphoria feelings by stimulating the reward center

Methamphetamine is a recreational drug that affects the central nervous system. It was discovered in 1893. Methamphetamine is usually in the form of a white odorless powder. The powder can be compressed into pill form, another form is crystal meth. Crystal meth comes in chunky clear pieces and is commonly smoked. Meth produces a large amount of dopamine in the brain. Dopamine allows for a happy feeling or euphoria. In most cases following the intense euphoria is the crash, which can cause a person to become lethargic and depressed. Prolonged use of meth can cause rotting teeth, scars and severe weight loss. Low doses of methamphetamine can reduce appetite, increase alertness. Larger doses can cause seizures, violent behavior and delusions. Methamphetamine has been reported to lift mood and increase sexual desire. Methamphetamine is a highly addictive synthetic drug. Some common nicknames are Meth; Speed; Crank; Glass; Crystal; Tweek. When methamphetamine is used with another drug there are different names as well, such as Mexican Speed Balls, Biker Coffee. Methamphetamine can be used by smoking, snorting, orally and injected. Injecting and smoking the drug will result in a rapid feeling of intense euphoria. In World War II, methamphetamine was distributed to the German soldiers. It would enhance the soldier’s abilities and reduce appetite. In modern

Crystal increases arousal in the central nervous system by pumping up levels of two neurotransmitters, norepinephrine and dopamine. At low doses, it boosts alertness and blocks hunger and fatigue. At higher doses, it causes exhilaration and euphoria. At very high doses, the drug can cause agitation, paranoia, and bizarre behavior. Physical effects include increased heart rate, blood pressure, and body temperature. (Consumer Health Complete). Along with these effects crystal meth can cause dental problems, rotting of the teeth, or even sores on the skin.

Methamphetamine addiction is a serious public health problem with many consequences and complications. Significant illness, including cardiovascular, infectious, pulmonary, dental diseases and other systems complications are associated with methamphetamine acute or chronic use. Methamphetamine dependence also causes serious cognitive impairments that can persist during abstinence and negatively affect recovery outcomes. There are no approved medications for the treatment of methamphetamine dependence.

Methamphetamine also known as "meth" is a very addictive stimulant drug. Meth is classified as a Schedule II drug, thus meaning it has a high potential for abuse. Approximately 1.2 million Americans report using meth in the past year, and 440,000 in the past month. Meth can be swallowed, injected, snorted, or smoked and goes by the street names crank, fast, ice, and crystal. When meth is injected or taken by mouth the effects last for 6-8 hours or 10-12 hours when smoked. When a person uses meth they have an increased amount of energy, and are more alert, however the effects of meth are very dangerous because it increases your blood pressure and heart rate. The reason individuals feel pleasure when using meth is because meth causes a quick

Jessica uses meth around the child. She states that it calms Greenle down when she is screaming. Jessica shot up the meth in between her toes, in which is where she has track marks. Jessica is a known drug user. She keeps the drugs and paraphernalia in a safe (lock box) in the bedroom. When Greenle was born, Jessica knew the child would be removed from her care by DHS. The Aunt Lori took custody, but gave Greenle back to Jessica a couple of months ago. Lori still has legal custody. The reporter has tried to tell Lori about what is occurred, and she would say to leave Jessica along, and that she does not care. There are rumors that meth is being made in the home, but the reporter have never witnessed it, smelled it, or have smelled it on the