Methamphetamine is an extremely addictive stimulant drug. It is commonly called meth or crystal meth, and less frequently speed, crystal, ice, Tina, and coffee. Methamphetamine was not illegal in the United States until 1983. It was actually used as a prescription drug in the 1950’s for a few conditions including alcoholism, obesity, and narcolepsy.

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Methamphetamine use has been increasing dramatically over the past decade. This extremely addictive drug first became popular in the United States in San Diego, California. Meth addiction seems to have spread across the country from there, first moving into the western states, then to the South and Midwest. (more…)