Options for Meth Addiction in New York NY (877) 804-1531

Meth addiction is one of the biggest drug addiction problems in the United States. Part of the reason for the prevalence of meth addiction is the highly addictive nature of the drug as well as the fact that many people do not realize or admit they are addicted until the problem has become extremely serious. With proper knowledge and understanding, meth addiction is treatable. So, if you think that someone you care about (including yourself) is suffering from a meth addiction, call Drug Rehab New York NY at (877) 804-1531 and get the help you need looking for treatment centers that will meet your needs.

Meth is an illegal drug that falls within the drug category of stimulants. Stimulants are drugs that excite (stimulate) the brain and central nervous system. This means that these drugs cause the brain and central nervous system to take action, and often very quickly. People who take this drug often feel an intense surge of energy upon consumption.

Unlike many other drugs, this is a substance that is entirely synthetic, or man-made. This means that it is made up of various chemicals and other substances, and is not found in nature. The ingredients that are put into meth include items like chemical fertilizer, decongestant medications, and other household cleaners and chemicals. As such, it is incredibly toxic in its effects on the body when consumed.

Dependence

A dependence on this narcotic stems from the powerful effect that it has when it enters the body. As soon as this happens, it blocks the normal operation of neurotransmitters and creates a false surge of a dopamine-like effect in the brain and body. This instant euphoric state has a potent effect on the brain, and even after one use, the brain can become dependent on the drug for those reward or pleasure sensations.

Effects of Use

When a person consumes meth, it can have very serious and noticeable effects on the body and mind, as well as serious consequences to a person's overall health.

Physical Effects

• Rapid heart rate
• Hyperthermia
• Tooth decay and loss
• Decreased appetite
• Skin wounds due to picking at skin
• Rapid breathing
• Hair loss
  

  Mental Effects

  • Memory loss and difficulty concentrating
  • Intense (but short-lived) euphoria
  • Paranoia
  • Hallucinations
  • Insomnia or decreased sleep
  • Psychosis
  • Anxiety
  • Depression
    

    Health Effects

    • Malnutrition
    • Permanent or long-lasting brain damage and psychosis
    • Infections from open sores
    • Liver and kidney damage
    • Heart attack or failure
    • Memory and cognition deficits
    • Dental diseases and infections
    • Lung damage

    What Are The Treatments For Meth Abuse And Addiction?

    When a person is addicted to meth, the first step in treating their addiction and in overcoming it is detox. Detox gets the drug out of the person's system and allows them to physically readjust to being without the drug in the body. Because meth is so highly addictive, the detox process is best undertaken through medical detox. Medical detox occurs under the supervision of doctors who can help to treat withdrawals as they occur and also prevent the recovering addict from relapsing while going through the detox process.

    Once the person has completed detox, the next step is to treat the mental side of a person's addiction to meth. This involves individual and group therapies to help uncover the causes of addiction and abuse as well as any triggers that would cause a person to relapse in the future. Then, the recovering addict can develop ways to avoid relapse and future substance abuse. Additional treatments may include art or music therapy, restorative yoga, and SMART recovery.

    Withdrawal Symptoms

    • Extreme depression
    • Lethargy
    • Paranoia
    • Intense cravings
    • Nightmares
    • Suicidal thoughts
    • Lack of emotion
    • Psychosis

    While a meth addiction can be extremely tough to face alone, with the right treatment program and addiction aftercare program (including support groups and the like), it is not impossible to overcome. Call Drug Rehab New York NY today at (877) 804-1531 for more information about treatment options and services.