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Methamphetamines
 Websites presented in alphabetical order Club Drugs 
 Research reports on the effects on health of the use of such "rave" or "trance" drugs as MDMA (Ecstasy), GHB, Rohypnol, ketamine, methamphetamine, and LSD. Note: The Trends and Statistics section is outdated. From the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA), a part of the National Institutes of Health (NIH). http://www.clubdrugs.org/ Topics: Drugs & Medications by Type, Mental Conditions Last updated May 27, 2006 Copper Theft: The Metal Theft Epidemic
This article discusses increased copper theft (often from power lines), which has resulted from higher prices for scrap copper. Describes the extent of the epidemic, the connection between copper wire theft and crystal meth (methamphetamine) use, and attempts to combat the problem (such as lobbying programs linking "metal theft to terrorism through the fact that utilities are considered critical infrastructure"). Includes a related slide show. From CSO, a magazine for corporate security officers. http://www.csoonline.com/article/221225/Red_Gold_Rush_The_Copper_Theft_Epidemic Topics: Crime, Drugs & Medications by Type Last updated Apr 2, 2008 Drug Information
Created by the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration, this site provides information about the effects, use, and abuse of individual drugs, including cocaine, heroin, inhalants, marijuana, MDMA (ecstasy), methamphetamine, steroids, and others. It also includes statistics on illicit drug use in the United States. http://www.justice.gov/dea/concern/concern.htm Topics: Drugs, Drugs & Medications by Type, Mental Conditions Last updated Nov 1, 2009 Frequently Asked Questions About Crystal Methamphetamine
Fact sheet about methamphetamine, a stimulant also known as "crystal," "speed," "meth," and "Tina." Discusses short- and long-term effects of methamphetamine use, physical signs that someone is using meth, issues related to withdrawal and addiction, sex and meth, and the association between crystal meth and viruses such as HIV and hepatitis. Content produced by the San Francisco AIDS Foundation. http://www.thebody.com/content/art2493.html Topics: Drugs, Drugs & Medications by Type, Mental Conditions Last updated Sep 11, 2007 In the Spotlight: Club Drugs
Information on "a wide variety of drugs including MDMA (Ecstasy), GHB, Rohypnol, ketamine, methamphetamine, and LSD." Includes links to statistics, reports and publications, legislation, and selected state and local programs and initiatives. From The National Criminal Justice Reference Service (NCJRS), "a federally funded resource offering justice and substance abuse information to support research, policy, and program development worldwide." http://www.ncjrs.gov/spotlight/club_drugs/summary.html Topics: Drugs & Medications by Type, Mental Conditions Last updated Apr 23, 2006 The Meth Epidemic
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. http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/pages/frontline/meth/ Topics: Drugs, Drugs & Medications by Type Last updated Mar 15, 2006 The Meth Epidemic in America: Two Surveys of U.S. Counties
"Results from 500 counties from 45 states comprise the survey 'The Criminal Effect of Meth on Communities.' The results of the survey 'The Impact of Meth on Children' are based on responses from 303 counties from all 13 states where child welfare activities are performed at the county level." Published in 2005 by the National Association of Counties. Opens directly into a PDF file. http://www.naco.org/Template.cfm?Section=Library&template=/ContentManagement/ContentDisplay.cfm&ContentID=16925 Topics: Drugs & Medications by Type, Mental Conditions Last updated Aug 10, 2005 Methamphetamine: Abuse and Addiction
Answers to commonly asked questions about methamphetamine (also known as speed). Includes discussion of how "crystal meth" usage has led to increased HIV and hepatitis B and C transmission among gay men. Also available in Spanish. From the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA), a part of the National Institutes of Health (NIH). http://www.nida.nih.gov/ResearchReports/methamph/methamph.html Topics: Drugs & Medications by Type, Mental Conditions Last updated May 27, 2006 NIDA for Teens: The Science Behind Drug Abuse
Designed "to educate adolescents ages 11 through 15 (as well as their parents and teachers) on the science behind drug abuse." Includes facts on how marijuana, nicotine, anabolic steroids, and other drugs affect the brain and body, "real stories" from teens, games and activities, a glossary, and resources for teachers. From the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA), a part of the National Institutes of Health, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. http://www.teens.drugabuse.gov/ Topics: Drugs, Drugs & Medications by Type, Mental Conditions Last updated Jun 8, 2006 RaveSafe
This site espouses a harm reduction approach to using club drugs, such as MDMA (Ecstasy) and methamphetamine, by providing information about their toxicity and effects. By and for fans of techno-rave culture, the South African authors state that "being ravers ourselves, we realize that it is important to know what the substances available are, how they affect our bodies and state of mind." http://www.ravesafe.org/ Topics: Communities & Groups, Drugs & Medications by Type, Music Last updated May 7, 2002 |
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