Crank
Crank (medical term)
Crank (/kræŋk/), in the medical field, often refers to a slang term for a type of illicit drug, specifically a form of Methamphetamine. The term originated from the method of "cranking" or producing the drug, which involves a series of chemical reactions.
Etymology
The term "Crank" is believed to have originated from the motorbike gangs in the 1960s and 1970s who were involved in the production and distribution of the drug. The term is derived from the method of hiding the drug in the crankshaft compartment of their motorcycles.
Related Terms
- Methamphetamine: A powerful, highly addictive stimulant that affects the central nervous system. Crank is a form of this drug.
- Amphetamine: A potent central nervous system stimulant that is used in the treatment of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), narcolepsy, and obesity. Methamphetamine is a derivative of this substance.
- Narcotics: A class of drugs that reduce pain, induce sleep and may alter mood or behavior. Methamphetamine, and by extension Crank, is considered a part of this group.
- Drug abuse: The habitual taking of addictive or illegal drugs. The use of Crank is often associated with this term.
- Addiction: A brain disorder characterized by compulsive engagement in rewarding stimuli despite adverse consequences. Regular use of Crank can lead to this condition.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Crank
- Wikipedia's article - Crank
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