Drug Basics
What is methamphetamine?
A strong, addictive drug that speeds up your body
Name one street name for meth.
Ice, Speed, Crank, or Gak.
Name one short-term effect.
Fast heartbeat or no appetite
Is meth addictive?
Yes
What happens if you’re caught with a small amount?
3-5 years in prison
How does meth make people feel at first?
Awake and full of energy
What does “meth mouth” mean?
Bad teeth from using meth.
Name one long-term effect.
Weight loss or bad teeth.
Name one withdrawal symptom.
Depression or tiredness.
What if you have a lot to sell?
Longer Prison Time.
How many people (12+) used meth last year?
About 2.6 million.
Name another way people take meth.
Inject it or smoke it.
What can meth do to your mind?
Cause paranoia or hallucinations.
Can meth be deadly?
Yes, Can cause overdose.
How much counts as a big crime (first degree)?
Over 5 ounces
Name one way meth is used.
Smoked, swallowed, or injected
What street name sounds like food?
Cookie or Cotton Candy.
What part of your body can meth hurt?
Heart, liver, or teeth.
What happens to your brain after using a lot?
It starts to depend on Meth
Name one celebrity who struggled with meth.
Mac Miller or Lindsay Lohan.
Is meth a stimulant or depressant?
Stimulant
What does “injecting” meth mean?
Putting it into a vein
What happens when someone stops using meth?
They feel tired or sad.
Name one sign someone is using meth.
Weight loss or mood swings.
Name one place to get help.
A helpline or therapist.