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LIVING/HEALTH: Street Drugs, Paranoia & Crystal Meth — What Families Need to Know
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Helping Save the Lives of Loved OnesTHUNDER BAY – HEALTH – Addiction sadly has become all to common, not just in Thunder Bay and across Northwestern Ontario, but across the country.
Sudden sweating, frantic ranting, rapid or nonsensical speech, and intense paranoia are hallmark signs of stimulant intoxication, most commonly linked to crystal meth (methamphetamine).
Cocaine / Crack: Intense but shorter episodes of anxiety, agitation, sweating, chest pain , and paranoid thoughts , especially with heavy or repeated use.
Fast Recognition Guide for Families & FriendsBody signs: heavy sweating/overheating, tremors, dilated pupils, chest pain, pounding/irregular heartbeat, headache, nausea.
After the Crisis: Support in Thunder Bay & Across OntarioConnexOntario (24/7): 1-866-531-2600 – mental health & addiction service navigation (call/text/chat).
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