Consequences of Methamphetamine Abuse

Exploring the dangerous repercussions of methamphetamine abuse, this chapter delves into the escalation of personal conflicts into violent crimes, the impact of meth on community safety through child neglect and property crime, and the evolution of drug epidemics from cocaine to meth, opioids, and fentanyl. Discussing the failures of the 'war on drugs' approach, societal repercussions of addiction, and the shift from small-scale production to cartel dominance in the meth trade, the chapter provides a comprehensive look at the complex issues surrounding drug abuse and law enforcement.