In Colorado Springs, meth accounts for the majority of drug overdose deaths. Many of the deceased were living outside, using the drug to stay awake.

  • Thepinyaroma@lemmy.world
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    1 year ago

    Never tried meth but I was homeless for a time. I can absolutely see why you’d flock to it if you live on the street.

    It’s not safe to sleep, even more so at night. Cops make a habit of stealing/destroying your stuff, and because of that other homeless people steal your shit. It makes you feel invincible, helps you ignore the cold, and 10 bucks keeps you high for 2 days.

    It’s all well and good to say don’t do drugs, but not having a place can really change your priorities in ways you’d never expect.