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Age: 19
Gender: female

Growing up I had everything I wanted. My parents bought me designer clothes and an expensive SUV when I got my license. I had never seen my parents fight or argue and I had a wonderful extended family as well. I graduated from high school in 2009 with a 4.0 and went to one of the best public schools in the State of Georgia and got my tuition paid for by the hope scholarship. While at school I drank too much one night and smoked some crystal meth that my friend had. I had no idea what I smoked but I wanted more of it the very next day. At first I thought my life was perfect. I actually felt happy and productive staying up all night. I saw nothing wrong with using meth. However, a few weeks later everything took a turn for the worst. I started becoming paranoid and felt like everyone around me knew I was on drugs because I wouldn't sleep or eat. I began to scratch my arms up and one night, a couple months later, I freaked out. I called one of my friends sobbing and he ended my problem right there. I knew that my grades were not good and that I was losing friends. With the help of those who supported me still, I quit. The withdrawl process is terrible, nothing I would wish on anyone. I was locked in my dorm room for about 3 days and someone with me at all times. I'd like to say my life is back to normal now but it's not completely. I ruined a relationship with someone I cared deeply about. I still have muscle twitches atleast a few times a day and urges to use about once a week or when I feel stressed. I have been clean for 3 months now and I will now have to be so careful for the rest of my life. I was lucky to be able to quit but I urge you not to start. Life is too precious to ruin. You aren't even yourself when you are on meth. I spent 4 months of my life as a monster I didn't even recognize.

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