Which are effects of methamphetamine?

depression and liver damage

hyperactivity and irregular heart rate

heart and lung disease

psychotic behavior and brain damage

1 answer

The effects of methamphetamine can include a range of physical and psychological issues. Among the options you provided, the following are accurate effects associated with methamphetamine use:

  1. Hyperactivity and irregular heart rate - Methamphetamine is a powerful stimulant that can increase energy levels and cause an irregular heartbeat.

  2. Psychotic behavior and brain damage - Chronic use of methamphetamine can lead to severe psychological issues, including psychosis, and can cause lasting damage to brain structures involved in emotion and cognition.

While depression can occur during withdrawal from methamphetamine, it is not a direct effect of the drug itself. Liver damage is not typically associated with methamphetamine use; however, other stimulants may have different effects on the liver.

Heart and lung disease can develop due to the long-term effects of methamphetamine use, particularly in cases of chronic use. However, it is more commonly associated with overall health deterioration rather than being a primary effect directly caused by the drug.

In summary, the most accurate effects from your list are hyperactivity and irregular heart rate and psychotic behavior and brain damage.