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Methampetamine Flashcards

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Methamphetamine

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Powerfully addictive stimulant made in clandestine labs with various street names like ‘speed’ and ‘crystal.’

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Amphetamine Structure

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Chemical structure similar to amphetamine but with more pronounced effects on the central nervous system.

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Cocaine vs. Methamphetamine

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Contrasts man-made methamphetamine with plant-derived cocaine in terms of duration and elimination from the body.

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Short-Term Effects

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Include increased attention, activity, euphoria, decreased appetite, and hyperthermia.

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Long-Term Effects

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Encompass dependence, addiction, psychosis, paranoia, hallucinations, mood disturbances, stroke, and weight loss.

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Abstinence Study

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Examined 350 meth-using individuals in LA County admitted to addiction treatment.

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Meta-analysis

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Analyzed prevalence of stimulant-induced psychotic symptoms in methamphetamine-using populations.

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