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What you need to know about Crystal Meth A.K.A Tik<\/h3>
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What is Crystal Meth?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Crystal\nmeth is short for crystal methamphetamine and comes in a crystalized\nform that may look a lot like course salt and has a brownish tint to\nit. The drug can be used either by crushing it and snorting it\nthrough a note or straw, smoking it in a bulb or injecting it\ndirectly into the bloodstream. \n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Methamphetamine<\/a> is placed in the same class as cocaine and other street drugs and is considered to be an upper. It has many popular street names in South Africa, the most common of which is “Tik”. Tik is specifically popular within the Cape Flats. It can be considered a popular party or “rave” drug as it is commonly used to keep the user awake for long periods and provides them with lots of energy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is usually made from a mixture of amphetamine<\/a> and common chemicals that can be found in your everyday household. Common cold tablets can often be used. These are mixed in laboratories and can lead to dangerous consequences such as explosions whilst being made. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nHow\ndoes it work?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Crystal methamphetamine effects the central nervous system<\/a> when used. It is highly addictive and often gets users hooked from the first try. Crystal meth creates a rush to the brain by filling it rapidly with high levels of dopamine<\/a>. This creates an immense feeling of pleasure. Long-term use can cause the user to become dependent and effects the brains ability to produce and use dopamine naturally. The result of this, is that the user can experience high amounts of depression due to low dopamine levels which causes the user to want more of the drug. Meth can cause an increased heart rate, excessive sweating and fast breathing. It also causes the user to have high amounts of energy and allows them to stay awake for hours on end. Users are also believed to have an increased concentration span.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nThe\nsigns of crystal meth misuse<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The following signs and symptoms<\/a> can be an indication of crystal meth usage : <\/p>\n\n\n\n