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The Meth Epidemic
URL: http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/pages/frontline/meth/

Description:
This documentary, viewable online, "investigates the meth [methamphetamine] rampage in America: the appalling impact on individuals, families and communities, and the difficulty of controlling an essential ingredient in meth -- ephedrine and pseudoephedrine -- sold legally in over-the-counter cold remedies." Companion resources include essays, a FAQ, interviews, a map showing the spread of the epidemic, a timeline, readings and links, and a classroom guide. From PBS Frontline, in association with The Oregonian.

Publisher:
WGBH Educational Foundation

Extra Keywords
crystal meth speed Public Broadcasting Service uppers illegal drug

Library of Congress Subject Headings:
Drug abuse
Methamphetamine abuse

LII Database Information:
Record 20909 created by Jennifer English on 03/13/2006
Last modification on 03/15/2006
Published: 03/16/2006  
Funding agency: California State Library
LII Item ID: http://lii.org/cs/lii/view/item/20909