In this in-depth video, triple board certified psychiatrist Dr. Sulman Aziz Mirza delves into the world of methamphetamine, a powerful stimulant that's often misunderstood. We explore what methamphetamine is, its effects on the brain, and its history, from its first synthesis in Japan in 1893, to its use during World War II, and its shift towards illicit production and misuse in the latter half of the 20th century.Dr. Mirza also outlines the current medical uses of methamphetamine, discussing its limited but important role in treating conditions such as ADHD and obesity.One of the key focuses of this video is to clear up misconceptions and comparisons between methamphetamine and another stimulant medication, Adderall. While they share similarities, Dr. Mirza emphasizes that they are not "the same thing", and breaks down their chemical differences, medical uses, and potential for harm and addiction.Chapters0:00 Introduction1:30 What exactly is methamphetamine?3:14 History of methamphetamine5:15 Medical use today6:29 Methamphetamine vs. Adderall8:36 Take home messageRemember to like, comment, share, and subscribe for more videos like this!#methamphetamine #meth #adderall #adhd__________________________________________Let's connect on all my socials (linktr.ee/sulmanazizmirzamd for everything everywhere all at once):TikTok (@TheKicksShrink): https://tiktok.com/@thekicksshrinkInstagram (@TheKicksShrink): https://instagram.com/thekicksshrinkYouTube (@TheKicksShrink): https://youtube.com/thekicksshrinkTwitter (@sulmoney): https://twitter.com/sulmoneyAudio only PodcastsAnchor.fm: https://anchor.fm/thekicksshrinkSpotify: https://tinyurl.com/hveys2cdApple: https://tinyurl.com/32mvzu8bGoogle: https://tinyurl.com/2p977brsDISCLAIMER: This video is purely informational and educational and does not constitute medical advice and/or recommendations. Use of information is at your own risk, and expresses my own personal views and opinions, not those of any of my employers. Sulman Aziz Mirza, MD will not assume any liability for any direct or indirect losses or damages that may result from the use of the information contained in this video including but not limited to economic loss, injury, illness, or death. In the event of any medical emergency or safety concerns, please go to your nearest emergency department and/or call 911. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline available 24/7: 800.273.8255 or 988 or suicidepreventionlifeline.org for online chat options

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