Category: Drug use

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), over 52 million Americans used cannabis in 2021, making it the most used federally illegal drug in the United States. While its federal status remains unchanged, widespread state-level legalization and cultural shifts have led to increased usage and complex public health considerations regarding marijuana.

According to a DEA fact sheet, amphetamines were first marketed in the 1930s to treat nasal congestion but are now a widely abused illicit substance. This illicit usage is one reason why it's vital to understand the coded language, including what is amp in drug slang.