What is Meth?
what are the other names for methamphetamine?
Ice, Crystal meth, Tina
Name 3 short term effects and 3 long term effects of abusing meth.
Short term:
Long term:
Meth can be addictive
TRUE
Can abusing meth during pregnancy can lead to premature birth or abortion.
YES.
What is another word for the intense feeling one gets while abusing meth that also contributes to its addictive potential?
euphoric "rush", rush
What are some serious mental disorders associated with chronic use of meth?
schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, manic depression, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), generalized anxiety disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, panic disorder, and antisocial personality disorder.
Meth can cause paranoia and hallucinations
TRUE
What is hypertension and preeclampsia?
hypertension - the force of blood against the walls of the arteries is consistently too high.
preeclampsia - high blood pressure and protein in the urine, swelling headaches, and blurred visions.
What is meth mouth?
Chronic use of meth can cause severe dental condition, characterized be decay, gum disease, and tooth loss.
_ in _ drug overdose deaths nationwide involved meth in 2021.
1 in 3
Meth withdrawal immediately causes depression, fatigue, and intense cravings for weeks.
FALSE - withdrawals frequently start within 2 to 4 days after and individual stops or drastically reduces their prolonged meth use and last for several days. However, fatigue, depressed mood, anxiety, cravings, and concentration difficulties may persist for up to 4 weeks.
No matter how you use meth (smoking, snorting, injecting, or swallowing), the harmful ingredients in it will reach your baby in 2 ways:
Through your bloodstream and into the placenta. Through your breast milk
What is dopamine?
Methamphetamine increases the levels of this neurotransmitter, leading to intense feelings of pleasure and energy.
List at least 5 symptoms of meth overdose.
Meth's effects can last several hours.
FALSE - the effects of meth last only a few minutes.
Name the 5 symptoms of meth exposure to infants
low birth weight, premature birth, respiratory problems, irritability and feeding difficulties, and cognitive and motor issues.
What are meth mites?
a condition long-term meth users obtain, which causes repetitive movements, scratching, and skin sores.
What percent (%) of the American population (aged 12 and older) have tried meth at least once.
6%
Chronic use of meth can alter brain function, affecting memory, emotions, and decision-making.
TRUE - overtime, meth can cause permanent brain damage.
TRUE or FALSE: depending on the drug exposure to an infant, they can be safe from experiencing developmental, behavioral, and cognitive problems, including attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and learning disabilities.
FALSE - all forms can lead to disabilities, mental health, motor/cognitive effects for the infant.