Transcript Methamphetamine: Know the Facts

QUICK FACTS
Meth is 100% manmade and may contain:
0.2%
of Americans
use Meth on a
monthly basis
Making
pound
of Meth creates
pounds
of toxic
waste
1
94%
of persons who
smoke meth
become
addicted in 6
months
of use
5
Methamphetamine is a powerful stimulant
with a high potential for developing a
substance use disorder. Possession of 5
grams of pure meth in Washington is a
class C felony, with a minimum 5 year jail
sentence and/or up to a $10,000 fine. Not
only is it illegal, it is extremely harmful to
your physical and mental health. If you
or someone you know is using meth, seek
treatment or other support services.
1.800.662.HELP (4357)
PERSONAL CHANGE PLAN
to reduce or stop using meth:
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HEALTH RISKS OF METH USE
Using meth can seriously impact your health, well being and
can cause permanent damage.
Need help? Call:
Teen Link:
866.833.6546
Washington Recovery
Help Line: 1.866.789.1511
Alcohol & Drug Help Line
206.722.3700
ANY LOCAL RESOURCES???
For more information on how your
use may be affecting you visit:
www.drugscreening.org.
Speak with your physician or a
Behavioral Health Specialist if you
have any concerns about your use
or are interested in a referral to
treatment services. [Insert
Clinic Name] [Insert clinic
number]
[Clinic Logo Here]
SOURCES: NIDA Info Facts (www.drugabuse.gov)  Good, Solt, et al. (2010) Methamphetamine Use During Pregnancy, OBGYN 116, 2.
 WA State Institute for Public Policy (www.wsipp.wa.gov )  University of WA: ADAI (adai.washington.edu)