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This picture represents the before and after effects of taking Meth regularly.

Methamphetamine." Encyclopedia of Drugs, Alcohol & Addictive Behavior

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Meth was first developed in Japan in 1919 after amphetamine was created in Germany

I was used a lot in World War II so that the German and Japanese soldiers can stay up for long periods of time.

Used to be prescribed as a dietary aid and to fight depression in the 1950's.

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Fun Facts! (If you like to ruin your life.)

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Fun Facts! (If you like to ruin your life.)

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There are no government-approved medications for treating meth addiction.

Crystal Meth is "chemically similar to amphetamine, a drug used to treat ADHD and narcolepsy." (Encyclopedia of Drugs, Alcohol & Addictive Behavior,)

About 0.7% teens used meth in their lifetime illegally. (About 1 student every 100!)

Ages 14-18 are usually the most influenced by taking meth.

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One common appearance of meth is a white, bitter-tasting powdery substance, which can easily be snorted and/or ingested. Crystal meth, on the other hand, is a solid substance that looks like light blue crystals. Crystal meth can not only be ingested, it can also be smoked.

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Picture provided by Drugabuse.gov

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Meth is a powerful drug, which is why users continue to use it. Their uses can go from getting more hyperactive or losing sleep for their extra work or parties. They can also be used to see hallucinations if used severely.

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extreme weight loss

severe dental problems ("meth mouth")

intense itching, leading to skin sores from scratching

anxiety

confusion

sleeping problems

violent behavior

"paranoia—extreme and unreasonable distrust of others"

"hallucinations—sensations and images that seem real though they aren't"

Quotes provided by Drugabuse.gov

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increased wakefulness and physical activity

decreased appetite

faster breathing

rapid and/or irregular heartbeat

increased blood pressure and body temperature

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"Methamphetamine." Encyclopedia of Drugs, Alcohol & Addictive Behavior, edited by Pamela Korsmeyer and Henry R. Kranzler, 3rd ed., vol. 3, Macmillan Reference USA, 2009, pp. 30-31. Gale Virtual Reference Library, go.galegroup.com/ps/i.do?p=GVRL&sw=w&u=lom_inac&v=2.1&it=r&id=GALE%7CCX2699700282&asid=a943d7a3080c36e8b2528bb0d3948b63. Accessed 12 May 2017.
Abuse, National Institute on Drug. "Methamphetamine." NIDA. N.p., n.d. Web. 17 May 2017. https://www.drugabuse.gov/publications/drugfacts/methamphetamine

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Meth, or its scientific name Methamphetamine, is a stimulant that raises physiological and nervous activity of the user's body.

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Some examples of slang words for meth are:

Speed

Crack

Chalk

Ice

Crank

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By: Saumit Kukkadapu