KNOW METH Community Presentation

About the KNOW METH Campaign Marshfield Clinic Health System, Northwoods Coalition and Alliance for Wisconsin Youth in partnership with the Wisconsin Department of Justice are committed to preventing and reducing methamphetamine use in Wisconsin through KNOW METH. The goals of KNOW METH are to: Raise awareness of methamphetamine use in Wisconsin Communicate the risks and dangers of use Get Wisconsin residents to take action YOUR ORGANIZATION NAME - DATE HERE

What is Methamphetamine? A highly addictive stimulant drug Made from common household items Can be found in form of pills or a white or cloudy powder Crystal meth is similar to clear glass shards or shiny blueish white rocks Street names: Meth, chalk, crank, crystal, glass, ice, up, speed, shards YOUR ORGANIZATION NAME - DATE HERE

Methamphetamine How is Meth used? Why do people use Meth? Taken orally, smoked, snorted, or can be dissolved in water or alcohol and injected Smoking and injecting are the quickest ways to access the brain Frequently used with other substances including alcohol, cocaine, marijuana, and heroin Why do people use Meth? Immediate rush that causes intense euphoria Wakefulness – leading to no sleep for days and/or weeks Weight loss YOUR ORGANIZATION NAME - DATE HERE

Meth in Wisconsin Wisconsin’s Meth Source Is trafficked from Minneapolis and St. Paul, Minnesota to northwestern Wisconsin 1 gram of meth is $50-$100 YOUR ORGANIZATION NAME - DATE HERE

Methamphetamine One Pot or “Shake n’ Bake” Method A smaller quantity of the same ingredients used in larger labs are poured into a plastic soda bottle (one pot) and then shaken (shake and bake). Too much pressure from shaking can cause the bottle to burst, exposing the victim to life-threatening third-degree burns. YOUR ORGANIZATION NAME - DATE HERE

Methamphetamine Immediate Signs and Symptoms of Meth Use Agitation Chest pain Dilated pupils Elevated body temperature and heavy sweating Excited speech High blood pressure Hyperactivity Irregular heartbeat Loss of appetite Nausea, vomiting, and/or diarrhea Shortness of breath YOUR ORGANIZATION NAME - DATE HERE

Methamphetamine Long-Term Effects of Meth Use Anxiety Confusion Hallucinations and delusions Insomnia Meth mouth (severe tooth decay) Mood disturbances Paranoia Skin sores Violent behavior Weight loss YOUR ORGANIZATION NAME - DATE HERE

Meth and Your Brain Meth’s Affect on the Brain Long-term meth use can lead to changes in brain functions in structure Can affect thinking, motor skills, and cause memory loss YOUR ORGANIZATION NAME - DATE HERE

Meth Use People who use Meth may have: Aluminum foil Cut straws Empty ink pens Glass pipes (used pipes may have a waxy, yellowish or white residue) Light bulbs with filaments removed Syringes Small plastic bags and bag corners Hidden compartments in clothing or household items Unexplained financial problems Social isolation YOUR ORGANIZATION NAME - DATE HERE

Legal Consequences Meth is a Schedule II controlled substance and has a high potential for abuse Possession of meth or a controlled substance analog of meth is a Class 1 Felony Punishable by a prison term of up to 3 years and 6 months and/or a fine up to $10,000 YOUR ORGANIZATION NAME - DATE HERE

Wisconsin Data Since 2011, availability of meth in Wisconsin has increased drastically between 250-300% From 2010-2014, grams of meth seized increased an alarming 1,592% YOUR ORGANIZATION NAME - DATE HERE

2010 | 2011 | 2012 2017 Meth cases analyzed by the Wisconsin State Crime Lab has increased nearly 500% from 302 cases in 2010 to 1,696 cases in 2017. KNOW METH Initiative – 10-23-18

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What Can You Do To Help? Talk to your children and family members about the risks and dangers of meth use Get involved in your local KNOW METH campaign Get involved with your local coalition Monitor the use of pseudoephedrine (cold medicine) in your home Refuse to purchase pseudoephedrine for another person YOUR ORGANIZATION NAME - DATE HERE

What Can You Do To Help? SAMHSA Treatment Service Locator If you see suspicious activity, report it law enforcement’s Drug Tipline: 1-800-622-3784 To find recovery resources in your area: www.recovery.org SAMHSA Treatment Service Locator 1-800-662-HELP (4357) www.findtreatment.samhsa.gov Visit knowmeth.org YOUR ORGANIZATION NAME - DATE HERE