Citation

Maxwell JC. Subst. Use Misuse 2014; 49(6): 639-644.

Affiliation

Center for Social Work Research, University of Texas at Austin , Austin, Texas , USA.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2014, Informa - Taylor and Francis Group)

DOI

10.3109/10826084.2013.841244

PMID

24093526

Abstract

The quality and quantity of illicit methamphetamine has recently increased due to introduction of a new precursor, 1-phenyl-2-propanone (P2P). This paper updates the problems associated with methamphetamine use. Methamphetamine-using clients (N = 222) entering a Texas program participated in computer-assisted interviews in 2010 and 2011 about routes of administration, other drugs used, severity of dependence, mental and physical health, perceived risks and benefits of use, family history, and abuse and neglect experienced as children and adults. Special needs of this population include therapies for trauma, gender-focused counseling, safe housing, and prevention messages to discourage use of the drug.

Language: en