Question 1

What does meth do to the body?

Accepted Answer

Meth is an incredibly dangerous drug, and users don’t only get high, they often experience psychotic episodes in which they become violent or act strange.

Question 2

What is there to know about meth abuse?

Accepted Answer

"5 Fast Facts About Meth Abuse
- According to data from a SAMHSA survey, 1.2 million people reported using methamphetamine in the last year in the U.S.
- According to the same survey, 440,00 people reported using meth in the last month.
- The amount of people using meth each month has decreased from 2006 when around 730,000 individuals reported past month meth use.
- Despite this decrease, meth abuse is still a major problem in the United States, especially considering the fact that it disproportionately affects young people.
- Each year, more than 100,000 Americans start using meth for the first time, with the average user being 19.7 years old."

Question 3

What are the short-term side effects of meth?

Accepted Answer

"The short-term side effects of meth can include:Meth Addiction Treatment Program in California

- Reduction in appetite
- Nausea, digestive and stomach issues
- Strange and uncharacteristic behavior
- Random acts of violence and other bizarre actions
- Panic attacks
- Psychosis
- Insomnia, sleeping problems
- Dilation of pupils
- Increases in heart rate, blood pressure, and body temperature"

Question 4

What forms of psychosis do meth addicts experience?

Accepted Answer

"The long-term side effects of meth can include:

Psychosis, which often includes:
- Paranoia
- Delusions
- Hallucinations
- Jerky, repetitive, and or uncontrollable movements"

Question 5

How long should a recovering meth be sober to get his brain back to normal?

Accepted Answer

Brain scans of many meth addicts show that after 14 months sober, their brains look nearly the same as individuals who do not use drugs.

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Treatment for Meth Addiction in California

Posted on April 5, 2017 (Updated - November 23, 2021) by Eric Paskin

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