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Alexis Saralecos
 
What Made Me Try It
I tried meth when a "friend" of mine introduced me to a friend of hers. He and I started talking and that was it.
 
Moments of Truth
I found my moment of truth on June 13, 2008. I was so freaked out. Seeing things that weren't there. I ended up going to jail and losing my two girls and facing prison time for the crimes I had done.
 
My Keys to Recovery
What keeps me clean is the fact that I moved away from what I knew. I stopped talking to the users, and I attend meetings and went to recovery groups.
 
Lessons Learned
I learned that being high wasn't all that fun. I watch my children now, and I realize that I missed out on a lot of their lives.
 
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METHAMPHETAMINE (METH)
 
COMMENTS
June 28, 2009
"Good story!"
-Erik Shoun
June 18, 2009
"I too lost my kids to drugs, and felt that there was nothing left for me until I was mandated into a..."
-linda fontanez
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Heather V.
Determined to Change
Stephanie R.
There for Her Kids
Jeana P.
Jeana's Story
Gary W.
Exceeding Expectations- Life After Meth . . .
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Partnership for a Drug-Free America
Meth Addiction Impacts All of Us
Originally thought to be isolated on the West Coast and in small towns, meth has spread at an alarming rate. It has exploded across the country, devastating families and communities in both small, rural communities and large, urban areas alike. Simple to make, fairly cheap to buy, and intensely addictive, meth has become one of today’s most dangerous drugs.
Meth addiction is a growing problem that hurts not only the individuals using, but families, neighborhoods, and entire communities. Physical impacts aside (see our Faces of Meth and Meth Mouth features), meth use destroys relationships and creates a life wholly focused on chasing the high. But if you’re here at this site, chances are that you know that already, either from first-hand experience or as a friend or loved one of someone struggling with meth addiction.
Stories of Hope and Recovery
The Partnership for a Drug-Free America created Life After… to give a voice to the struggle with addiction and to celebrate the thousands of stories of hope and recovery that we know are out there. Everyone knows that the best stories are true, as true stories are the ones that strike closest to the heart. Whether you’re battling meth addiction yourself, or are supporting someone else through their recovery, we encourage you to share your story. Through real stories from real people, we can help shine a light on the realities of substance abuse. We can also provide an honest look at the challenges of recovery from addiction, while showing that a life after meth is, indeed, possible. Browse our featured stories, submit a story of your own, or tell someone else about this site and help the Partnership in the fight against meth.