We all know that Ice is a big problem on Kauai.  This drug has been around for over 3 decades and has become an epidemic.  This site is dedicated to provide information to those who do not know much about it, to give people on Kauai a better understanding about the addict and addiction

Crystal methamphetamine (ice) is the drug of choice in Hawaii and is considered by far the most significant drug threat. Per capita, Hawaii has the highest population of ice users in the nation. Experts unanimously blame the high crime rate (predominantly property crimes) in Hawaii on drugs. High purity ice, ranging from 96-99 percent pure, is readily available, and is commonly abused throughout the State, and give hope for the people of Kauai.

Crystal methamphetamine is a white, odorless crystalline form of the stimulant methamphetamine. When smoked in crystalline form,the pleasurable and addictive effects are immediate and lasts up to 12 hours. It is an addictive stimulant that strongly activates certainsystems in the brain, specially the nervous system. The most common names for crystal methamphetamine are ice and glass. Other street names for crystal meth are speed,shabu, marrutu, batu, and shizzle.

References:

• www.kci.org/meth_info/sites/meth_facts2.htm
• http://www.nida.nih.gov/Infofacts/methamphetamine.html
• http://the.honoluluadvertiser.com/article/2003/Sep/14/ln/ln03a.html
• http://the.honoluluadvertiser.com/article/2003/Sep/14/ln/ln02a.html

[Crystal Meth "Ice" on Kauai] [Health Issues] [Prevention/Treatment] [Consequences] [Testimonials (Personal Stories)] [Our Purpose]