Meth Addiction Throughout The US
More than 85% of meth that travels throughout the United States to feel meth addiction stems from superlabs located in California and Mexico. According to many meth addiction facts and statistics, it only takes $1,000 worth of ingredients to make (cook) $20,000 worth of Meth. According to federal estimates, more than twelve million Americans have tried methamphetamine, and 1.5 million of those are currently struggling with meth addiction.
What is Crystal Meth?
Methamphetamine, 
the chemical n-methyl-1-phenyl-propan-2-amine, is a highly addictive stimulant (or upper) that can be similar to crack-cocaine. It’s commonly known as it’s shortened name, Meth, or crystal meth, ice, Tina, crank, or glass. It causes detrimental problems for the human body, mentally and physically. Meth addiction can completely destroy its users physical appearance and what’s commonly known as “meth mouth.”
Signs of Meth Addiction
- Irregular sleeping patterns
- Skin picking
- Tooth decay (meth mouth)
- Skin crawling
- Hair loss
- Poor diet
- Rapid weight loss
Effects of Meth Addiction
- psychosis (paranoia and hallucinations)
- Memory loss
- Changes in brain function and structure
- Violent or aggressive behavior
- Severe dental problems
- Irregular mood disturbances
- Unhealthy weight loss
- Brain damage
- Cravings
- Tolerance
- Legal issues
Meth Addiction Treatment
Although a meth addict will not usually suffer physical withdrawals, they always suffer from mental and emotional withdrawals. When you take the drug or drink away from the addict, they are still left with their same patterns and behaviors. This is what drug treatment helps with; helping the addict learn how to live life without having to depend on substances. Giving yourself the gift of addiction help will not only give you a stepping stone towards long-term recovery, but another shot a life! Call for help and restart your life today at (866) 323-6590.
