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Methamphetamine Abuse: Psychological and Vocational Implications

Common Drugs of Abuse. NicotineCaffeineAlcoholMarijuanaMethamphetamineHeroinPrescription pain-killersAnxiolytics. Impact of Substance Abuse. Duration of abuseFrequency of abuseIntensity of abuse (dosage)Route of administrationPrevious psychological problemsPrior level of functioningM

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Methamphetamine Abuse: Psychological and Vocational Implications

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    1. Methamphetamine Abuse: Psychological and Vocational Implications David M. Freed, Ph.D. 1180 Cross Street SE Salem, OR 97302 503-362-9357

    2. Common Drugs of Abuse Nicotine Caffeine Alcohol Marijuana Methamphetamine Heroin Prescription pain-killers Anxiolytics

    3. Impact of Substance Abuse Duration of abuse Frequency of abuse Intensity of abuse (dosage) Route of administration Previous psychological problems Prior level of functioning Motivation and available support

    4. Methamphetamine: Routes of Administration Eating Snorting Smoking Injecting

    5. Acute Physiological Effects of Methamphetamines Hyperactivity Increased blood pressure Increased heart rate Sweating Sleeplessness, restlessness Weight loss and lack of appetite

    6. Acute Psychological Effects of Methamphetamines Euphoria Impulsivity and irritability Aggression and violence Suspiciousness and severe paranoia Tactile and auditory hallucinations

    7. Clinical Markers of Severe Methamphetamine Abuse Scabs and sores Weight loss Restlessness Tactile hallucinations Dental problems Paranoia Irrational behavior Aggression Legal issues Vocational issues

    8. Acute and Post-Acute Withdrawal Symptoms Powerful cravings Weight gain Depression Irritability Disrupted sleep Attention and memory

    9. Consequences of Long-Term Methamphetamine Abuse Depression Weight gain Cognitive impairments Erratic employment Disrupted relationships Criminal lifestyle/Incarceration Relapse

    10. Patterns of Abuse Party-central Self-medication of ADHD symptoms PTSD: Feel no pain (for now) Dependency and follow along use Criminalized lifestyle (gangs, firearms, distribution)

    11. Possible Treatment Approaches Law enforcement approaches Increase availability of substance abuse treatment Methamphetamine-specific treatments Prevention and education (future users) Social reform (eliminate causes of abuse)

    12. Vocational Considerations for Recovery from Meth Abuse Support substance abuse treatment Identify threats to sustained recovery Identify and treat other conditions Positive attitude and motivation Build healthy habits Skill building (e.g., communication) Education and training

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