Pubdate: Tue, 29 Nov 2005 Source: Peace Arch News (CN BC) Copyright: 2005 Peace Arch News Contact: http://www.peacearchnews.com/ Details: http://www.mapinc.org/media/1333 Author: Jeff Nagel Bookmark: http://www.mapinc.org/find?241 (Methamphetamine - Canada) METH MANUAL UNVEILED A new tool has been deployed in the battle against crystal methamphetamine use. Fraser Health Authority has released a 156-page manual titled A Community Guide: Strategies and Interventions for Dealing with Crystal Methamphetamine and Other Emerging Drug Trends. It can be downloaded from FHA's website ( www.fraserhealth.ca/HealthInfo/MentalHealth/AddictionServices ). The guide provides information about programs and strategies to counter meth use. Sections range from effects and dangers of meth to withdrawal symptoms and treatment. Among adults, crystal meth was the fourth drug of choice behind alcohol, marijuana and cocaine, the guide says. Among youth, meth is third behind marijuana and alcohol. - --- MAP posted-by: Richard Lake