Methamphetamines effect everyone in the United States directly and/or indirectly. Research shows that methamphetamines place a tremedous negative impact on society. Indirectly, the negative consequences range from the very top level of government, all the way down to personal poverty. As a result of the negative consequences, everyone pays higher product prices. Additionally, the prison system has a high influx of methamphetime users, resulting in a greater financial burden on society. Research shows an even more negative impact on those with a direct association. People that are more closely connected with an addict share the same burden the indirect people share, along with choas and unpredictability in their lives. Research shows directly; implying one who is the methamphetamine user, has more mental, physical, emotional, and financial problems.