cda: may 20081 a presentation to the parliamentary portfolio committee on social development part 4...
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A PRESENTATION TO THE
PARLIAMENTARY PORTFOLIO COMMITTEEON
SOCIAL DEVELOPMENTPART 4
FACTS ABOUT
METHAMPHETAMINE
(TIK)
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Methamphetamine (Tik)
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How is it made ?How is it made ?
Anhydrous Anhydrous nitratenitrateEphedrineEphedrineRed PhosphorousRed PhosphorousLithiumLithiumAntifreezeAntifreezeLantern fuelLantern fuel
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Methods of use
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Stages of a Tik use
•Rush ( 20 – 40 minutes)•High ( 3 days )•Binge•Crash
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Short term effects
• anxiousness and nervousness• incessant talking• extreme moodiness and irritability• purposeless, repetitious behavior, such
as picking at skin or pulling out hair• sleep disturbances• false sense of confidence and power;
aggressive or violent behavior
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Dilated pupil - stimulant intoxication
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Longer term signs of abuse
• disinterest in previously enjoyed activities; and severe depression.
• Dry mouth, sores in and around the mouth
• Weight loss• Irritability, temper outbursts,
aggression
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Effects of Tik AbuseEffects of Tik Abuse
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What are the medical complications ?
• rapid heart rate, irregular heartbeat,
• increased blood pressure
• convulsions
• damaged blood vessels and skin abscesses
• Acute lead poisoning
• 50 % of the dopamine producing cells in the brain can be damaged
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Tik : not a great injecting drugTik : not a great injecting drug
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Dental problems caused by MethDental problems caused by Meth
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Abscesses caused by “cranking” (injecting Meth Abscesses caused by “cranking” (injecting Meth intravenously)intravenously)
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Meth needle marksMeth needle marks
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Tik Psychosis
• intense paranoia
• confusion, anxiety
• visual and auditory hallucinations
• Out-of-control rages
• delusions
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How drugs work in the brain
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Control centres in the brain
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The dopamine pathway
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The Cocaine route
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Effects of THC
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The brain on Cocaine
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Alcohol on the brain!
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How Tik works in the brain
TIK DOPAMINE RUSH
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How long does Tik stay in the system ?
• Approximately 5 days
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Realities to prepare for if you’re dealing with Tik in your
home• Tik cravings are long lasting and
repetitive• Small valuables start
disappearing• As addiction progresses,
aggression will set in• Use of downers may follow