Washington has been plagued by the problem of drug addiction since several years now. But in the last decade, this problem has only increased especially due to the presence of club drugs such as methamphetamine.

Methamphetamine is very easily available in Washington both through trafficking organizations operating from other states and nations such as Mexico and also through local manufacture in clandestinely operating labs in the state, each of which can produce up to 10 pounds of pure methamphetamine each day.It is due to the easy presence of methamphetamine in Washington that the problem has proliferated to such an extent. However, Washington is also known for making a more potent form of methamphetamine. This form is known in slang as ice, because it is present in a crystal form that closely resembles ice. The presence of crystal meth in Washington is felt very strongly in the nightclubs and the rave parties where this drug is supplied generously and is used in very high amounts.

The problem of methamphetamine abuse in Washington is compounded by the fact that this drug induces a very strong feeling of euphoria, one that may make people to do things that they normally would not do. In raves, when people use crystal meth, they mostly end up having unsafe sex with each other, which causes a secondary problem of HIV infection.

Fortunately, there are several drug addiction treatment programs in Washington that are specifically addressing the issue of meth and crystal meth addiction. Many people have taken up such treatment and proper awareness of the condition might help Washington to battle against its newest evil.