A word on amphetamines!
Amphetamines are powerful stimulants that have been around for years. You may have heard of them as "uppers," "speed," "crank," "meth," or "crystal". These generally come in capsule, tablet, or powder form, to be swallowed, dissolved, or injected.
Sometimes doctors prescribe amphetamines to control appetite, ease depression, treat Attention Deficit Disorder, or combat a sleeping disorder called narcolepsy. But, because of their danger, Rx use has decreased in the last 10 years.
Signs of amphetamine and/or methamphetamine abuse
Increased activity & restlessness
Decreased appetite
Dilated pupils
Anxiousness
Mood swings
Dry mouth and nose
Irritability
Warning!
"Meth" (short for Methamphetamine) has an extra methyl group that makes it more powerful. And "ice" and "glass" are smokable versions of meth that are more dangerous than crack! Users can stay high or up to 30 hours, and become addicted easily, sometimes with the first use.
Meth can make people extremely self-absorbed and void of emotions (that means they lose all interest in...and no longer care about... the people and things that used to be important to them).
Even though meth takes away hunger, it is definitely NOT a smart way to try and lose weight. Why? Because it can also cause serious damage such as uncontrolled twitching, headaches, blurred vision, nausea, vomiting, badly decayed or damaged teeth, organ damage, stroke...even death.
An additional danger comes from the fact that illegal meth labs are highly volatile. That means they can easily explode, blowing up houses and burning, blinding, or killing anyone who happens to be nearby!
Fast Fact!
Stimulants are powerful drugs. People can become physically and mentally dependent on them. They make people feel they can't get along without them.
Noteworthy News:
Using stimulants will not solve problems or change the reasons WHY people feel tired, depressed, or insecure.