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Methamphetamine
What are Methamphetamines?
Methamphetamine better known as "ice", "meth", or "Crystal Meth" is a psychoactive stimulant which speed up the brain and give the user an intense high, which is often called a rush or a flash. Methamphetamine is produced in powder, pill, or crystal form and is also referred to as "glass", "speed" or "Uppers."
Effects of Methamphetamines
"Meth" is often used by women to cause extreme weight loss, however the effect is not long lasting. It is also taken because of the long lasting high that it gives, and the sense of euphoria is creates.
In the short term Methamphetamine causes insomnia, heart palpitations, increased breathing, heart rate, and blood pressure.
Over an extended period of time "meth" can also cause behavioral problems such as paranoia, psychosis, unpredictable moods, suspicion, anger and depression. The user can develop a classic meth related look that is associated with sores on the face, and a collapsed jaw. This look is caused by addicts believing they are itchy and then picking at their face with nails or any other tools, as well as the rotting of the teeth, and grinding the teeth, which ultimately collapses the jaw inward.
Methamphetamines and the Law
In Victoria, it is illegal to possess, manufacture and/or or supply/traffic Methamphetamine. In Victoria, Methamphetamine charges are related to the following:
- Methamphetamine Possession and Methamphetamines Use
- Methamphetamine Manufacturing / Production
- Methamphetamine Trafficking
Regardless of whether the offence is for Methamphetamine Possession, Production or Trafficking, the court takes these matters very seriously and harsh penalties are often imposed.
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