Facing the Dragon - One Man's Battle Against Methamphetamine

David Parnell was in Aberdeen to help educate local high school students and public on the dangers of methamphetamine from a first hand experience. David is a former meth addict and suicide survivor. He travels the country talking to students and the public about his story. His presentation is suitable for students from 6th grade on up. In addition to David's personal story of addiction and recovery, it includes facts about methamphetamine such as slang names, appearance, routes of use, gives a brief description of the chemicals meth is made out of and the dangers of "cooking." The short and longer term effects are also discussed. The topics of child abuse and domestic violence in relation to meth use are also included. While David is a devout Christian he understands the limitations placed on sharing his beliefs in public schools.

Below are some photos taken from the event which was held March 27, 2008. A big thanks to Dave Parnell for coming to visit and also thanks to all the people who came and took in the presentation!