Admissions for Methamphetamine treatment are increasing

Department of Mental Health, Mental Retardation and Substance Abuse, Abuse Services

Admissions for Methamphetamine Treatment in Virginia are Increasing

n2005 CCS data 1% total SA admissions.

Ø(485 total cases out of 52,916)

n2006 CCS data 1.1% total SA admissions.

Ø(520 total cases)

nAnecdotal reports: Increase this year in consumers seeking assistance.

nIt is believed that the lag time between first use and dependence will affect future increases in admissions.


	-In Virginia, we are beginning to see an increase in treatment admissions this year.
	-Lag time between first use and addiction is estimated to be from 2 to 5 years.
	- We believe that this lag time will result in future increases in admissions.