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Do not stand by and
let this Enemy destroy our families, children and communities!
Learn: all
you can about Meth
What Meth is
What it is made of
The signs and symptoms of Meth use
Meth lab indicators
How to deal with a Tweaker (someone who
regularly uses Meth)
What to Do?
Call for help!
Call 911 for the police to get help if you are in immediate danger.
»Stand your
ground; speak out against drug abuse! Protect yourself against harm.
»Talk to your
family and children about drug abuse. If they have a Meth abuse
problem, encourage them to get help. Let them know that if they are
a threat to themselves or the family, you will call the
authorities.
»Stand your
ground; follow through with your prevention and protection plan. Call
the authorities, counseling services and family!
If you think someone
is high on drugs, is a threat to themselves or anyone, call for the police
to make a house check. Better safe than sorry.
Get help from
your local services.
Parents, ask for the school counselors. Contact your local
alcohol/drug treatment center. Counseling services are available from the
I.H.S. Mental Health for adults and youth. Attend AA and Support
meetings.
Know How to Respond
If you
observe suspicious behavior, or suspect a Meth lab may be in operation,
report it to the authorities. If you believe a child may be exposed to
Meth use or manufacturing, remember that violent abuse to youngsters is
part of the drug abuse cycle. Help break that cycle – and save a child.
Contact Social Services, school personnel or police authorities. Safety
for children comes first!
Know There is
Help
MAPP-SD Prevention Coordinators offer free technical
support to existing Coalitions and free training on Meth
related issues to any interested Tribal community. Check out the
Events and Training section for a
current schedule. Please contact MAPP-SD with questions, concerns and
requests for training by
Email, or
by calling 605-331-5724.
Other important
numbers:
Alcohol
Abuse Hotline (800)234-0420
Suicide Hotline (800)784-2433
To locate treatment providers, contact the South Dakota State Division of
Alcohol and Drug Abuse at (605)773-3123.
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