Addicted to Meth

CW: This episode contains descriptions of drug use, CSA, DV, and suicide.

Methamphetamine, or meth, is a highly addictive stimulant that affects the central nervous system. It leads to intense euphoria, increased energy, but has severe dangers. Meth abuse causes physical and mental health issues, addiction, cognitive impairments, and the production process is hazardous.

Growing up with a parent grappling with drug addiction can be an incredibly difficult and tumultuous experience for a child. The constant instability, neglect, and unpredictable behavior can leave profound emotional scars, impacting their development and well-being. Tragically, some individuals who grew up in such environments may find themselves vulnerable to addiction later in life. Breaking free from this harrowing journey requires immense strength, resilience, professional help, therapy, and a strong support network. Overcoming addiction and finding a healthier path to recovery and self-discovery is possible with the right resources and determination.

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00:00 Upbringing, parents using drugs
04:15 Mom in prison
05:45 Mom gets out, moving back in with her
08:00 CSA
12:05 Tells her mom about the SA
14:30 Taken away from her mom
19:50 Mom is arrested
21:15 Mom gets out, relapses
21:55 Grandpa gets sick
24:35 Grandpa's wife drains the bank and leaves
25:50 Truancy court
28:00 Juvenile detention center
33:30 Grandma takes her away
37:15 Private school experience
39:30 Long distance relationship
41:00 College & moving back home
44:00 Not prepared for college
46:15 Drops out, starts using alcohol and weed
47:00 Boyfriend starts using meth
50:00 Abuse & relational conflict
53:15 Boyfriend threatens to commit suicide, welfare check
55:00 He drives her to a forest and leaves her there
59:30 Crashes her car to get his attention
1:02:30 He drives with her on top of the car
1:07:15 He threatens to kill her & they break up
1:08:15 Being tricked into smoking meth
1:11:20 Trying crack & meth, becomes an addiction
1:15:00 Old men & risky situations
1:18:00 Boyfriend detoxes her
1:19:20 Boyfriend deals weed, getting robbed & threatened
1:25:00 Life improvements
1:29:37 First boyfriend committed suicide
1:32:00 Concluding thoughts