Fact Sheet: Methamphetamine

Authors

Aaron Hunt, Utah State UniversityFollow
Gabriela Murza, Utah State UniversityFollow
Jenna Hawks, Utah State UniversityFollow
Alyssa Ferrin

Document Type

Factsheet

Publisher

Utah State University Extension

Publication Date

3-20-2025

First Page

1

Last Page

4

Abstract

Methamphetamine, or meth, is a powerful stimulant that speeds up the central nervous system, causing increases in heart rate, blood pressure, and how fast the body uses energy. This fact sheet explains how meth is habit-forming and addictive and what it does to your body. It also explains overamping and responding to such an emergency.

Recommended Citation

Hunt, A., Murza, G., Hawks, J., & Ferrin, A. (2025). Fact sheet: Methamphetamine. Utah State University Extension.