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From 2014-2017, there was a 38 percent increase in methamphetamine treatment admissions in Iowa. Similarly, the Iowa Department of Public Health (IDPH) reports there was an eight-fold increase in Iowa deaths related to amphetamines, which includes methamphetamine.

“Meth is now the second most reported drug by adults at admission to treatment, moving ahead of marijuana for the first time. Alcohol remains number one for adults, while marijuana remains the number one drug of choice for juveniles,” said Katie Bee of the IDPH Bureau of Substance Abuse. “It is important for Iowans to know help is available from Iowa’s treatment network, which can be found at yourlifeiowa.org.”



Methamphetamine is a highly addictive stimulant and is most commonly a white, odorless powder. In the short term, its effects include increased attention and activity, decreased appetite and a rapid heartbeat. In the long term, consequences include paranoia, hallucinations, brain structure changes, memory loss, aggression and severe dental problems.

What is your name? Darcy Maiden-Parks

What is your job title at SATUCI? Clinical Director

How long have you worked at SATUCI? 15 years

Where's your favorite place in the world? Home

What's the last book you read? Beautiful Boy

What's your favorite movie? Sweet Home Alabama

If you could visit in the world you've never been, where would you go? Australia

What's your secret talent that no one knows about? I like to re-purpose "unloved/worn things"

Who, living or dead, would you like to eat dinner with the most? My Dad

If you were a crayon, what color would you be? Yellow

What was the best concert you ever attended? Cher