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Methamphetamine (Meth) is a highly addictive synthetic stimulant that affects the nervous system

Methamphetamine (Meth) is a highly addictive synthetic stimulant that affects the nervous system Meth's parent drug, amphetamine, was distributed to army personnel during World War II in an attempt to increase alertness Meth is considered to be: More addictive than heroin

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Methamphetamine (Meth) is a highly addictive synthetic stimulant that affects the nervous system

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  1. Methamphetamine (Meth) is a highly addictive synthetic • stimulant that affects the nervous system • Meth's parent drug, amphetamine, • was distributed to army personnel • during World War II in an attempt • to increase alertness • Meth is considered to be: • More addictive than heroin • The most dangerous, addictive drug that exists today

  2. Idaho is among the Top 10 States for trafficking methamphetamine 52% of Idaho inmates directly attribute Meth use to their incarceration $500,000 is the amount the state of Idaho spends PER MONTH on treatment for Meth addiction #4 Is Idaho’s national ranking for past year Meth use by 12-17 year olds and 18-25 year olds

  3. Meth is made from harsh and toxic chemicals, many of which are poisonous when injected into the human body Red Phosphorous Pseudoephedrine Acetone Hydrochloric Acid Lithium SulfuricAcid

  4. “Superlabs” in Mexico • Homemade and/orportable labs • Houses • Sheds • Trailers • Cars • Storage Units • Anywhere!

  5. Speed • Crank • Ice • Glass • Crystal • Dope • Tina

  6. 1 gram: $120 - $150 8 -ball (3.5 grams): $250 - $350 Quarter (7 grams): $300 - $450 Ounce (28 grams): $750 - $1400 Pound (454 grams): $8,000 - $14,000 Kilo (2.2 pounds): $14,000 - $18,000 *These are approximations – prices vary.

  7. Orally • Snorted • Injected • Smoked

  8. Paranoia • Hallucinations • Depression • Tooth decay • Brain damage • Increased heart rate • Convulsions • Delusions(sensation of bugs on skin) • Muscle deterioration • Severe weight loss • Skin lesions/scarring • Insomnia • Heart damage • Respiratory problems • Strokes • Death

  9. 2.5 Years 3 Months

  10. BEHAVIORAL • Moodiness and irritability • Risky behavior and lossof inhibitions • Changes in friends or activities • Trouble in school • Selling personal items • Stealing • Violence • PHYSICAL • Rapid eye movementand speech • Unnatural and quickbody movements • Muscle and weight loss • Body odor • “Meth mites” • Changes in dental health

  11. 80% of the child placements by Health and Welfare are directly related to drug abuse, with Meth being the most common drug of choice

  12. Meth does not discriminate • Meth negatively affects the userand his/her family and friends • Even if you don’t know anyone that has used, Meth is in your community • Many teens and young adults are introduced to Meth by their parents or other adults they trust

  13. Get involved in your school or community to help spread the “Not Even Once” message • Be a positive role model for those around you • Tell a trustworthy adult if a friend or family member is using Meth – it could save his/her life • Seek help if you are using Meth – it’s NEVER too late • 2-1-1 Idaho Care Line (dialing 2-1-1 is free and confidential) • Call 1-800-922-3406 for a screening and referral to an approved treatment facility from the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare

  14. For more information and a list of treatment resources: www.idahomethproject.org Follow us on Facebook, MySpace and Twitter

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