Monday, Jul 27, 2026 • 12 pm to 1 pm

Virtual

Training Sessions

Abstract

Methamphetamine is a psychostimulant and consequently causes body reactions of increased energy, alertness, sociability, elation, euphoria, decreased need for sleep, and decreased appetite. However, a phenomenon commonly referred to as “overamping” can occur, from several causes, and can be seen manifested as confusion, restlessness, hallucinations, unstable mental health, chest pain, jerking movements, fast heart rate, uncontrollable teeth grinding and many other distressing symptoms. This presentation will detail the causes, treatment tips, prevention tips, and ensure that a person experiencing “overamping” has the proper support. It will also distinguish between non-emergent symptoms and symptoms of a medical emergency and / or psychiatric emergency.

Objectives

  • Describe the general effects of methamphetamine use.
  • Expound how overuse of psychostimulants can manifest and the phenomenon of “overamping”.
  • Outline basic tips for prevention of “overamping” and some tips for home non-emergency management of “overamping.”
  • Distinguish between a presentation of “overamping” versus a medical emergency requiring activation of emergency medical services and acute care hospitalization.

Accreditation

PHYSICIAN (CME)

The University of Pittsburgh designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

NURSING (CNE)

A maximum of 1.0 nursing contact hours will be awarded. Participants will be able to claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the program.

SOCIAL WORK

As a Jointly Accredited Organization, University of Pittsburgh is approved to offer social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program. Organizations, not individual courses, are approved under this program. State and provincial regulatory boards have the final authority to determine whether an individual course may be accepted for continuing education credit. University of Pittsburgh maintains responsibility for this course. Social workers completing this course receive 1.0 continuing education credits.

Psychologist (APA)

Continuing Education (CE) credits for psychologists are provided through the co-sponsorship of the American Psychological Association (APA) Office of Continuing Education in Psychology (CEP). The APA CEP Office maintains responsibility for the content of the programs.

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