Overcoming Meth Addiction
Dopamine and serotonin-containing neurons do not die after methamphetamine use, but their nerve endings (”terminals”) are cut back, and re-development appears to be limited. Human brain imaging research have shown changes in the activity of the dopamine structure. These alterations are pertaining to lessened motor speed and impaired oral learning.
Recent studies in habitual methamphetamine addicts has also revealed severe structural and operative changes in sectors of the brain related to emotion and recall, which may account for many of the emotional and cerebral problems found in persistent methamphetamine users.
Taking even small quantities of methamphetamine can cause elevated breathing, fast heart rate, abnormal heartbeat, high blood pressure, and hyperthermia. Other effects of methamphetamine abuse may include bad temper, disquiet, restlessness, misperception, tremors, convulsions, and cardiac collapse and death. As we’ve already indicated, long-term effects may include mistrust, aggressiveness, severe anorexia, recollection loss, visual and auditory hallucinations, delusions, and severe dental complications. Also, spread of HIV and hepatitis B and C can be a consequence of methamphetamine misuse.
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