Tag: ice

Shaping Australia’s response to methamphetamine (ice): Celebrating 15 years

Over the past 15 years, 360Edge has been at the forefront of Australia’s response to the complex issue of methamphetamine, commonly known as ice. We’ve been privileged to partner with peak bodies, health services, and government agencies to build capacity, enhance knowledge, and create genuine change. Our CEO, Professor Nicole Lee: Australia’s leading ice expert

Ice use and stroke in young people

Stroke is a leading cause of death and disability worldwide. In young people (less than 45 years old), stroke can have particularly devastating consequences by reducing quality of life, as well as a person’s ability to work. Identifying risk factors and potential warning signs of stroke offers the opportunity for intervention, through either lifestyle changes

Could cocaine be the new ‘ice’ in Australia? It seems unlikely!

The latest National Drug Strategy Household Survey has found Australians are using cocaine much more than a decade ago. The 2022–23 survey found that the proportion of Australians who have recently used cocaine in the past 12 months is 4.5%. That’s an 80% increase from 2016 when it was just 2.5%, and more than 200% from 2001

Psychosis and methamphetamine (ice)

Some people who have never experienced psychosis will have a psychotic episode triggered by methamphetamine use. Typically, methamphetamine induced psychosis resolves within a few days to a week after the effects of the drug wears off and the person rests and recuperates. A quiet, low stimulus environment is recommended. However, some people will have psychotic symptoms