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A common antidepressant shows promise in treating methamphetamine dependence

Methamphetamine – more commonly known as meth, crystal or ice – is a highly addictive, stimulant drug. An estimated 7.4 ...
Medscape

Antidepressant Promising for Methamphetamine Addiction

There are no approved medications for methamphetamine use disorder, but phase 3 trial results suggest the generic ...
Psychology Today

Methamphetamine Use Is Growing Among Fentanyl Users

Methamphetamine use , methamphetamine-related overdoses, and methamphetamine use disorder (MUD) are national problems that cause serious illness and death.. Making matters worse, methamphetamine is ...
The Conversation

3 in 4 meth users relapse – outcomes could improve if treatments considered the drug’s effect on impulsive behaviour

Methamphetamine is New Zealand’s most harmful illicit drug and wastewater testing shows its use and availability are on the rise. Much of the harm results from reckless and impulsive behaviour – ...
The Spokesman-Review

Opioid deaths are still rising. Methamphetamine deaths are now rising faster in Spokane, says UW researcher

While fentanyl addiction and overdoses continue to plague Eastern Washington, those addicted to meth need more attention and services. According to University of Washington researcher Caleb ...