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 How to protect yourself and others

Ice and Violence:

how to protect yourself

Ice use can increase disruptive and irrational thinking, mood swings, and irritability, among many other side effects.

Ice can make you violent or aggressive, and these side effects make some people more prone to violent behavior.

A person affected by methamphetamine is six times more likely to engage in violent behavior than if he were not using the drug.

About 2 to 3 of the 10 methamphetamine-related violent crimes he said occur when psychotic symptoms are present. In addition,

Excessive alcohol consumption also increases the risk of violent behavior associated with methamphetamine use (McKetin et al., 2014). If a person is intoxicated or has just retired from ice, they cannot easily follow instructions. Aggression is common and can occur

It increases the risk of hurting people around you. or if you are in imminent danger of bodily harm due to intoxication or intoxication.

retreat. If this happens to someone you care about, it's important to protect yourself and try to limit the physical damage that person can do to you.

If you think someone is becoming violent and aggressive, you should take the following steps.

• Speak calmly, clearly, and slowly. Try to avoid emotional or hostile language.
worsening aggression. Say the person's name and reassure them that you are here to help. example:
Now, [person's name]. I don't want to offend you. I care about you and just want to help you.
"Your behavior scares me now. I really want to help."
• Take a non-confrontational “open” position with your arms spread out, palms up, and head down.
• Give the person physical space to break the trust. If possible, remove any furniture or fixtures that could be thrown
Direct personal route. People who use ice are generally overstimulated, so dim the lights. This will prevent further stimulation. explain what
For example, say, "I'm just getting out of your way so you don't hurt yourself."
• Give the person time to think and respond. Slow things down as much as possible. listen to, agree with, or confirm with them when they speak
How you feel (eg, "That must be really annoying" or "If this happened to me, I would feel the same"). You don't have to agree to their content
She says you can focus and respond to the apparent emotions the person is displaying.
• If behavior worsens, give the person the opportunity to still feel in control. For example: "If you keep doing this, I have to do it.
Go and call the police. But if you keep calm, I may be able to help you in another way. "

• Whenever you feel you have to go, go. Call the police (000) for help and remove yourself from the situation. This

is especially true when:

Your exit will be blocked if the person is already hostile, insecure, scared, intoxicated, and unable to respond to you, threatening you, threatening others, or has a weapon.
Remember, after a violent or aggressive incident, you experience a range of emotions, including anger, resentment, shock, and extremism.
sadness and fear. You may also have to please the other person.

How can I help someone who has eaten ice cream?
The effects of ice cream are unpredictable because there is no quality control in the manufacture of illegal drugs. Some people may experience panic attacks, dehydration, and serious side effects related to seizures. Below are some tips on how you can help someone experiencing these experiences. is. it's important
Call an ambulance (000) immediately if you suspect you are exhibiting any unusual reactions (such as the symptoms below)
into ice or other medicines. In most cases, when an ambulance arrives for a drug overdose, the police are not called. Many people don't call
Ambulance fears police intervention, police won't attend overdose cases unless the person who called the ambulance also asks the police
It comes when another party requests a police visit, when emergency services determine that there is a risk of violence, or when a death occurs. panic attack
Using ice can cause paranoia, anxiety symptoms, and hallucinations that can escalate into panic attacks.

The signs are:

shivering and sweating,

• Increased heart rate

chest pain and difficulty breathing,

Dizziness, headache, lightheadedness,

• Fear that a panic attack will lead to death.

• Does not respond and appears to be 'away'.

How to answer:

• Take him to a cool, quiet place away from bright lights and crowds.

• Try to reassure and calm the person when the emotion is gone.

• Encourage them to take long, deep breaths to relax.

• If you pass out from hyperventilating, seek help immediately and follow DRABCD life support procedures.

overheating and dehydration

Ice can raise body temperature, especially when taken with alcohol. There is also a serious risk of overheating and dehydration when people dance

When using ice, especially if you don't drink enough water. Here are the signs:

• Feeling hot, lethargic, unwell, fainting, or dizzy;

• headache,

•vomiting,

• Inability to speak correctly.

• Dance without sweating,

• inability to urinate or thick, dark urine;

• Fainting, collapse, or convulsions.

How to answer:

• It is important to call for an ambulance immediately (000) if there is any risk that someone is experiencing these symptoms when using ice or

any other drug.

• Take them somewhere cool and quiet,

• Make sure someone stays with them,

• Get the person some cold water for them to sip slowly,

• Fan them to cool them down,

• Give them salted foods like crisps or peanuts to replace salts lost through sweating.

FEELING VERY DROWSY

If someone becomes very drowsy as a result of using ice they could fall asleep and lose consciousness.

How to respond:

• Call an ambulance (000), but make sure they are not left on their own,

• Don't give them coffee or try to shock them,

• Keep them awake while waiting for the ambulance - make them walk around or make them talk to you,

• If they aren't responsive or lose consciousness put them in the recovery position.

FITS OR SEIZURES (CONVULSIONS)

Someone who has used ice, particularly those who have also used alcohol, may experience convulsions, otherwise known as fits or seizures. How to answer:

• Call an ambulance (000).

loosen tight clothing,

• Remove nearby harmful objects from the area.

• Do not restrict her movement or put anything in her mouth.

• Pad her head.

• After the seizure, check for breathing and put yourself in the recovery position.

people fall

If a person collapses, call an ambulance (000). You may need to perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) to temporarily maintain

Circulation to the brain to maintain function. Click here for step-by-step instructions on how to perform CPR. how to put someone in the recovery position

If the person is unconscious or unresponsive but breathing, call an ambulance (000) and place the person in recovery. let someone in

A stable lateral recumbent position helps keep the airway open. If you remain on your back, you may choke on vomit or your tongue may get stuck in your tongue.

respiratory tract. Click here for a step-by-step guide to putting someone in a recovery position.

where to get help

If you're concerned that someone you care about might be using ice, get help. Asking for help can be difficult, but most likely you'll be more likely to reach out

Support better. We encourage you to discuss your concerns with a trusted friend. Your family doctor or general practitioner is also a good person

A starting point - they can discuss your concerns confidentially and refer you to other services if you need additional assistance.

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