Methamphetamine
Sep 1 2008, Grace Calderon

Affecting the central nervous system, methamphetamines are addictive stimulants that trigger the brain to release high levels of dopamine. For the user, this means a sense of euphoria. Methamphetamines increase activity levels and alter a user’s...

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