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Crystal meth, a form of methamphetamine, is an addictive
stimulant that strongly activates certain systems in
the brain, creating a sense of euphoria and alertness.
Crystal meth effects are similar to those of cocaine
and amphetamines, but because of the inexpensive production
process, are much stronger. Crystal meth can be injected,
snorted or smoked.
Crystal meth effects may last from two to twenty hours,
depending on how much of the drug is taken. In smaller
doses, crystal meth effects boost alertness and block
hunger and fatigue, making the drug seem attractive
to users. At higher doses, however, crystal meth effects
cause exhilaration and euphoria, agitation and increased
heart rate, blood pressure and body temperature.
Crystal meth effects, both physiological and psychological,
have the potential for great mental and physical harm.
Physical crystal meth effects include blurred vision,
extended wakefulness, heart palpitations and damage
to the brain, lungs and liver. Other crystal meth effects
include impaired vision, judgment, coordination and
reflexes, hallucinations, depression and psychoses.
Overdosing is another of the many effects of crystal
meth. Fever, convulsions and coma are signs of a crystal
meth overdose, and death can result from burst blood
vessels in the brain or heart failure.
Psychological crystal meth effects are just as unpleasant
as the physical effects. Anxiety, radical behavioral
shifts, anger, emotional swings and paranoia are the
most common crystal meth effects chronic users experience.
These psychological symptoms can increase over time
and continued use and can evolve into paranoid delusions
and hallucinations, violence and self-destructive behavior.
Crystal meth can be difficult to overcome. Attempts
to stop using crystal meth often fail simply because
the resulting depression can be overwhelming, causing
the addict to use more crystal meth in an attempt to
overcome his or her depression.
Treatment Referral effectively provides referrals to
rehabs that treat crystal meth effects and abuse, addressing
the behavior and thinking patterns that directly contribute
to the individual's disease and ensuring patients have
a meaningful recovery.
If crystal meth might be a problem for you or someone
you love, we encourage you to give Treatment Referral
a call today to learn more about your treatment options.
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