Methamphetamine
| Street Names/Commercial: | Ice, Chalk, Crank, Crystal, Fire, Glass, Meth, Speed, Tweak |
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Looks Like: |
White or slightly yellow crystal-like powder, large rock-like chunks |
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How It’s Used/Abused: |
Swallowed, injected, snorted or smoked |
| What Teens Have Heard: |
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| Dangerous Because: |
Chronic long-term use or high dosages can cause psychotic behavior (including paranoia, delusions, hallucinations, violent behavior, insomnia and strokes) |
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Arizona Teen Facts: (Grades 8-12) |
On a statewide level, meth use among teens has decreased by nearly 68% |
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Signs of Abuse: |
Nervous physical activity, scabs and open sores, decreased appetite, inability to sleep |
| Important to Know: |
Meth has a high potential for abuse and addiction, putting children at risk, increasing crime and causing environmental harm |
