Front Hum Neurosci August 2014 PMID 25100979

The neurobiology of methamphetamine induced psychosis.

Jennifer H Hsieh, Dan J Stein, Fleur M Howells

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The discussions reflect a balanced engagement, with participants recognizing the importance of the neurobiological insights, exemplified by comments referencing feedback loops and the potential for violence, while also mentioning the social implications such as treatment approaches. The tone varies from casual remarks to more reflective analysis, demonstrating an overall moderate impact and interest in the subject.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most participants acknowledge the link between methamphetamine use and psychosis, indicating general support for the research, with some nuance about complexities and potential consequences.

InterestModerate interest

Discussions show a moderate level of curiosity, referencing specific mechanisms like feedback loops and the neurological basis, but some comments remain surface-level.

EngagementModerate engagement

Responses include reflections, brief clarifications, and contextual notes, suggesting a personal engagement with the topic without deep exploration.

ImpactModerate impact

The dialogue touches on serious issues such as mental health treatment and violence, hinting that the research has meaningful implications for understanding and managing psychosis.

Abstract in brief

  • This text explores how long-term methamphetamine use can cause psychosis similar to schizophrenia, mainly focusing on changes in brain chemistry, particularly in how glutamate and GABA neurotransmitters affect brain function.
  • The authors highlight that methamphetamine may increase glutamate release in the cortex, which can damage inhibitory GABAergic neurons, leading to disrupted brain signals and psychosis.
  • They suggest that the vulnerability of these GABAergic neurons, due to their specific location and receptor types, may explain how methamphetamine induces symptoms akin to schizophrenia, making MAP a useful model for understanding the disorder.]

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Dante Spears
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@a1roadrunners @royal_bobby24 @FearedBuck Well methamphetamine can cause psychosis. Not saying he’s doing it but the two can be conflated https://t.co/x36YOJMZHo

Jul 3, 2024 · 1 like · 57 followers View post →
Unsafe Streets
@UnsafeStreetsUS · X

@veebee1010 @CrimeInNYC @john_keats_212 Definitely complex (there seem to be feedback loops with meth abuse?) Regardless of the cause, schizophrenia is a good candidate for AOT / #mandatorytreatment / Kendra's Law given the propensity for violence and anosognosia. https://t.co/ObgQ0NHyie

Mar 4, 2022 · 2,417 followers View post →
Nattha Saravutanukul
@n3nnnnn · X

The neurobiology of methamphetamine induced psychosis https://t.co/c1edem1dkX

Nov 28, 2020 · 1 share · 367 followers View post →
Nattha Saravutanukul
@n3nnnnn · X

RT @n3nnnnn: The neurobiology of methamphetamine induced psychosis https://t.co/c1edem1dkX

Jan 27, 2021 · 1 share · 367 followers View post →

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Dante Spears
@Ori_The_Search · X

@a1roadrunners @royal_bobby24 @FearedBuck Well methamphetamine can cause psychosis. Not saying he’s doing it but the two can be conflated https://t.co/x36YOJMZHo

Jul 3, 2024 · 1 like · 57 followers View post →
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@acrimoniousJest @mito_mensogo I was only joking, but I figured potential readers might want some context to your response. https://t.co/qLvcgG4vFW

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Unsafe Streets
@UnsafeStreetsUS · X

@veebee1010 @CrimeInNYC @john_keats_212 Definitely complex (there seem to be feedback loops with meth abuse?) Regardless of the cause, schizophrenia is a good candidate for AOT / #mandatorytreatment / Kendra's Law given the propensity for violence and anosognosia. https://t.co/ObgQ0NHyie

Mar 4, 2022 · 2,417 followers View post →
Nattha Saravutanukul
@n3nnnnn · X

RT @n3nnnnn: The neurobiology of methamphetamine induced psychosis https://t.co/c1edem1dkX

Jan 27, 2021 · 1 share · 367 followers View post →
Nattha Saravutanukul
@n3nnnnn · X

The neurobiology of methamphetamine induced psychosis https://t.co/c1edem1dkX

Nov 28, 2020 · 1 share · 367 followers View post →