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Signs of Meth Use

  1. Neglect family and/or relationship
  2. Neglect long–term friendships
  3. New friends (using buddies)
  4. Financial problems
  5. Failure in business
  6. Employment difficulties (job loss or difficulty finding employment)
  7. Refuse drug screens
  8. Signs of agitation
  9. Excited speech
  10. Decreased appetite
  11. Increased physical activity
  12. Dilated pupils
  13. High blood pressure
  14. Irregular heartbeat
  15. Chest pain
  16. Shortness of breath
  17. Nausea and vomiting
  18. Diarrhea
  19. Elevated body temperature
  20. Episodes of sudden and violent behavior
  21. Intense paranoia
  22. Visual and auditory hallucinations
  23. Insomnia
  24. Compulsively cleaning and grooming
  25. Repetitively sort and dissassemble objects, cars, and other mechanical devices
  26. Euphoria
  27. Depressed mood
  28. Mood swings
  29. Change in sleep patterns (Sleep for hours after heavy use)
  30. Needle marks
  31. Constipation
  32. Weight loss
  33. Rash
  34. Dehydration
  35. Scheming
  36. Picking Sores
  37. Out of control
  38. Parkinson like condition
  39. Serious illnesses – Hepatitis C, HIV (Aids), and cancer
  40. Insanity
  41. DEATH
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