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Methamphetamine enters the brain and triggers a cascading release of norepinephrine, dopamine and serotonin. To a lesser extent methamphetamine acts as a dopaminergic and adrenergic reuptake inhibitor and in high concentrations as a monamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI). Since it stimulates the mesolimbic reward pathway, causing euphoria and excitement, it is prone to abuse and addiction. Users may become obsessed or perform repetitive tasks such as cleaning, ... Full Story »

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by Dwight Rousu - Oct. 1, 2008

With all the web chatter of crank in Wasilla, it may be useful to have an upgrade or refresher on what crystal meth is.

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