Methamphetamine is often used recreationally for its effects as a potent
aphrodisiac,
euphoriant, and stimulant.
[8] It has been further described that "an entire subculture known as party and play is based around methamphetamine use."
[8] Gay men belonging to this subculture will typically meet up through internet dating sites to have sex.
[8] On such sites, men often include notations such as "chems" or "PNP".
[8] Since stimulant drugs such as methamphetamine drastically delay the need for
sleep, increase
sexual arousal, and tend to inhibit
ejaculation, PNP sexual encounters can continue for many hours.
[8]
Methamphetamine taken in excess of amounts prescribed or recommended will prolong symptoms of intoxication for up to eight hours.
[9] In some cases, these sexual encounters will sometimes occur continuously for several days along with repeated methamphetamine use.
[8] Methamphetamine is used to create euphoria, "heighten sexual appetite", and increase sexual stamina.
[10] The crash following the use of methamphetamine in this manner is very often severe, with marked
hypersomnia