Methamphetamine, or “meth,” is a powerful synthetic stimulant that affects the central nervous system. It is considered to be one of the most highly addictive drugs available and is one of the fastest-growing addictions being treated at rehab centers today.
Nicknames and Street Names for Methamphetamines
Meth has many nicknames and street names, depending on how it’s made, what it looks like, and how it’s used (if it’s snorted, taken orally, injected or smoked). Here are just some of the many nicknames and street names for meth:
* Crank
* Crystal, Crystal Glass, Crystal Meth
* Christina, Tina, Cris, Cristy
* Chalk, Chalk Dust
* Meth
* Ice
* Speed
* Geep, Getter, Getgo, Go Fast
* Trash, Garbage, Wash
* White Cross, White Crunch
* Hanyak
* Hironpon, Hiropon
* Hot Ice, Super Ice
* Batu
* Kaksonjae
* LA Glass
* LA Ice
* Ice Cream
* Quartz
* Chunky Love
* Cookies
* Cotton Candy
* Dunk
* Gak
* Go-Go Juice
* Junk
* No Doze
* Pookie
* Rocket Fuel
* Scooby Snax
The Effects of Methamphetamine Addiction
The short-term effects of meth addiction are:
* Erratic, violent behavior
* Suppressed appetite
* Sleep problems
* Mood swings
* Tremors and convulsions
* Increased blood pressure
* Irregular heart beat
* Hyperthermia
* Homicidal or suicidal thoughts
* Prolonged anxiety, paranoia or insomnia
The long-term effects of meth addiction are:
* Brain damage (similar to the effects of Parkinson’s disease or Alzheimer’s disease)
* Psychosis, including hallucinations and paranoia
* Changes in brain structure and function
* Memory loss
* Formication, a disorder in which the person believes there are bugs or insects crawling under the skin
* Aggressive or violent behavior
* Severe dental problems
* Stroke, coma or death
Over time, long-term abuse of methamphetamines can cause even more serious psychological side effects, including:
* Toxic psychosis
* Extreme paranoia
* Permanent psychological problems
* Behavior resembling paranoid schizophrenia
* Possible brain damage
Withdrawal from Methamphetamines
Methamphetamine withdrawal can be extremely uncomfortable and sometime dangerous. Some of these methamphetamine withdrawal symptoms include:
* Drug cravings
* Nausea
* Irritability
* Depression
* Loss of energy
* Insomnia
* Sweats
* Hyperventilation
* Convulsions
* Irregular heart beat
Methamphetamine Addiction Treatment
Because of the severity of methamphetamine withdrawal, many people choose to enter detox at a drug rehab facility in order to help them cope with the withdrawal symptoms. Drug rehab can provide a safe place to undergo detoxification from methamphetamines and begin the recovery process. After detox, the individual will receive behavioral therapy, counseling and group support to help them overcome the intense physical and psychological addiction to meth and learn how to live a healthy, drug-free life.
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