Meth Infographic

Know the Risks

Methamphetamine

• Changes in brain structure
• Change in brain function
• Neuro inflamation
• Memory Loss
• Violent Behaviour
• Intestinal Ischemia
• Risk of endotoxins into blood
• Permanent Damage to heart
• Hypertension
• Deficits in cognitive and motor skills

Long Term Effects

• Impaired judgment
• Hyperthermia
• Euphoria and Rush
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Abdominal Cramping

Short Term Effects

• Increased Body temperature
• Fast Heartrate
• High Blood Pressue

Physical Symptoms

• Severe Dental Decay
• Rapid Breathing
• Dilated Pupils
• Skin Sores
• Extreme Weight Loss

Visible Signs

• Highened Alertness
• Loss of Appitite
• Mood swings
• Outbust
• Hallucinations
• Paranoia

Behaviour Signs

References

Resources

Seeking Help

SAMHSA's National Helpline

• Treatment Referall & Info services for free, confidential, 24/7, 365 Days a year
• 1-800-662-HELP (4357)

SMART Recovery

• Free help programs & available to anybody struggling with addiction

The Ranch of Dove Tree

• Helps individuals struggling with addiction regain a life of wellness and long term recovery
• 855-337-4626

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You are not alone. Addiction STOPS here.

• There are many ways to seek help for substance abuse, including Methamphetamine.

• There are Helplines that are available 24/7 as well as substance abuse programs.