Your Donations go to

Assist in the development of programs to encourage a sustainable community

On this site you will find

Information for families, parents, teens and kids on bullying, activities together, homework help for kids, college help for teens, advice for parents and much more.

Signs of Addiction

Symptoms of addiction include compulsive use, loss of control, and continued use despite catastrophic consequences. The drug works on the more primitive parts of the brain and can lead the user to believe that he or she can’t survive without the drug.

Use of the drug becomes an automatic behavior that the user can’t stop.

When the user recognizes that he may have a problem, he often begins to bargain with himself. He will often say he will only do it on weekends, or only in the morning in order to get to work.

This bargaining fails and the user begins to believe that he or she can’t stop.

Addicts borrow money from family and friends, steal if necessary, and will lie or cheat to get money for the drug. Mothers addicted to meth neglect their children, all the while insisting they are great mothers. Fathers will spend money on drugs before they buy food for their children. Despite severe consequences to children, family and friends, they continue to use the drug.

Meth is the most dangerous drug on the planet! Many who try meth have no idea how addictive it is, and become addicted after using for a short period of time. 

Signs / Symptoms of Early Meth Use:

  • Euphoric "high" state (excessively happy)
  • Paranoia
  • Decreased Appetite
  • Anxiety, shaking hands, nervousness
  • Incessant talking
  • Rapid Eye Movements
  • Increased body temperature
  • Dilated pupils

Signs/Symptoms of Continued Meth Use:

All the symptoms above plus the following:

  • Weight Loss
  • Strong body odor, lack of personal hygiene
  • Shadows under the eyes, pale complexion
  • Dry or itchy skin, acne-type sores, picking at skin or hair
  • Severe nail biting, dermatitis around the mouth
  • Irritable and mood swings, depression
  • Aggressive or violent behavior
  • Nose bleeds, nasal perforations

Signs / Symptoms of Advanced Meth Use:

All the symptoms above plus the following:

  • Extreme weight loss
  • Discolored, rotten, or missing teeth
  • Corneal ulcerations
  • Auditory and visual hallucinations
  • Repetitive behavior patterns
  • Mental illness symptoms, anger, panic, and paranoia