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• METHAMPHETAMINE
  
  Methamphetamines are synthetic amphetamines or stimulants that are produced and sold illegally in pill form, capsules, powder, and chunks. Two such Methamphetamines are crank and
  ice.
  
  Crank refers to any form of methamphetamine. Ice is a crystallized smokeable chunk form of methamphetamine that produces a more intense reaction than cocaine or speed. Ice has an
  appearance that is clear and crystal-like, and resembles frozen ice water.
  
  Methamphetamines stimulate the central nervous system, and the effects may last anywhere from 8 to 24 hours.
  
  Crank and ice are extremely addictive and produce a severe craving for the drug.
   

• CHEMICALS USED TO MANUFACTURE METH
  
  Acetone
  Anhydrous Ammonia
  Drain Cleaner
  Battery Acid
  Lye
  Freon
  Antifreeze
  Coleman Fuel

• SHORT-TERM EFFECTS
  
  increased alertness
  sense of well-being
  paranoia
  intense high
  hallucinations
  aggressive behavior
  increased heart rate
  convulsions
  extreme rise in body temperature (as high as 108 degrees which can cause brain damage and death)
  uncontrollable movements (twitching, jerking, etc...)
  violent behavior
  insomnia
  impaired speech
  dry, itchy skin
  loss of appetite
  acne, sores
  numbness
  
   

• EFFECTS ON THE MIND
  
  disturbed sleep
  excessive excitation
  excessive talking
  panic
  anxiousness
  nervousness
  moodiness and irritability
  false sense of confidence and power
  delusions of grandeur leading to aggressive behavior
  uninterested in friends, sex, or food
  aggressive and violent behavior
  severe depression
  
   

• LONG-TERM EFFECTS
  
  fatal kidney and lung disorders
  possible brain damage
  depression
  hallucinations
  disorganized lifestyle
  permanent psychological problems
  violent and aggressive behavior
  weight loss
  insomnia
  behavior resembling paranoid schizophrenia
  decreased social life
  malnutrition
  poor coping abilities
  disturbance of personality development
  lowered resistance to illnesses
  liver damage
  stroke
  death
  
  Methamphetamines cause a severe crash after the effects wear off. The crash, or low feeling is more intense and longer lasting than both speed and cocaine.
  
  The effects are not only long lasting, but continue to cause damage to the user long after use has stopped.
  
  Methamphetamine abuse can also lead to legal, financial, and social problems.
  
  Addiction to methamphetamine can be very strong, therefore withdrawal symptoms are likely when use of the drug is discontinued.
  
   

• WITHDRAWAL SYMPTOMS
  
  severe craving
  insomnia
  restlessness
  mental confusion
  depression
  
  Although a person addicted to crank or ice may experience withdrawal symptoms for a short time, the benefits to a person who stops using the drug greatly outweigh an addiction to
  methamphetamines. These benefits include a longer, healthier life and greater enjoyment of everyday activities.
  
   

• EFFECTS ON SOCIETY
  
  car crashes
  crimes
  fires due to explosions from the illegal manufacture of methamphetamines
  hazardous waste
  
   

• PREGNANCY AND METHAMPHETAMINE
  
  If methamphetamines are used during pregnancy, babies tend to be:
  
  asocial
  incapable of bonding
  have tremors
  have birth defects
  cry for 24 hours without stopping
  There is also an increased risk of child abuse and neglect of children born to parents who use methamphetamines.

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  If you suspect a problem with methamphetamines and/or other drug use, please contact the National Drug Information Treatment and Referral Hotline at (800) 662-HELP(4357).
  They can supply you with:
   

• printed materials
   

• treatment services in your state
   

• referrals for treatment
   

• alcohol treatment services
   

• adolescent and family services in your state