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What is crystal meth?
Crystal methamphetamine is a highly addictive drug that can be made inexpensively using regular, easy-to-access drugstore and household substances.
Why is it so harmful?
Crystal meth gives users a high, much like cocaine, and is very addictive. Crystal meth produces a much longer-lasting high than cocaine. Since it can be made very inexpensively, it is also sold cheaply, which makes it very accessible, including for teens and young people.
Signs that someone is using crystal meth
I want to stop using crystal meth. Where can I find help?
If you want to stop using crystal meth or other drugs, you can get help from the Alberta Alcohol and Drug Abuse Commission. AADAC is an agency of the Government of Alberta that helps Albertans live free from the harmful effects of alcohol, other drugs and gambling. To learn more about AADAC and its services, visit www.aadac.com.
Useful Links
AADAC information about crystal meth, including help for parents and teachers
Co-ordinated Alberta response to methamphetamine (pdf)
Alberta Workshop on Methamphetamine: An Environmental Scan
D.A.R.E. (Drug Abuse Resistance Education)
Montana Meth Project
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Did you know?
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Methamphetamine is sold on the street as speed or crystal, crank, jib or ice. It is available as a powder, and can be taken orally, smoked, snorted or injected. 'Crystal meth' is a smokable form of methamphetamine.
Source: (pdf) October 2005
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