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Sequoia Detox Centers can help you detox from harmful drugs like methamphetamines that can cause physical dependence and symptoms of withdrawal when ceased.
Methamphetamine or “meth” addiction is one of the most dangerous of all substance addictions. According to data from the 2017 National Survey on Drug Use and Health, approximately 1.6 million Americans reported using methamphetamine in the last year. Although the average age of first use is around 23, people as young as 12 suffer from symptoms of a methamphetamine use disorder leading to clinically significant impairments resulting from ongoing meth use. Fortunately, many of the warning signs of a methamphetamine use disorder are easy to spot, providing an increased opportunity to encourage a friend or loved one to seek potentially life-saving addiction treatment.
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Methamphetamine use has more than quadrupled in the last decade. Methamphetamine, or meth, is a drug that acts on the dopamine pathway, best known for regulating feelings of pleasure. The drug triggers the release of high amounts of dopamine, which causes this substance to be extremely addictive.
The short length of the high paired with the “crash” or withdrawal symptoms of days to weeks cause rapid dependency and often result in users taking meth in many brief intervals, drawing the effects out for even up to several days. It is rare for a person to recover from a meth addiction without detox and rehabilitation assistance.
Other effects of meth are similar to stimulant drugs, increasing the activity of the autonomic nervous system to cause rapid breathing and heart rate, elevated temperature, restlessness, and a reduced desire for sleep or food. Methamphetamine is found in many forms, including crystal, powder, liquid, and even pill.
All types of meth are known to cause extreme and very noticeable symptoms over time. Cognitive difficulties such as confusion, paranoia, and memory loss are common, as are weight loss, insomnia, and violence, and meth is most recognizable for causing skin itching and sores as well as black and brittle teeth.
Many side effects are permanent due to deterioration of the nervous system. Emotional and cognitive issues that may continue even when not using are language and learning difficulties, poor decision making and memory, and lack of coordination due to the deterioration of nerve cells. Other common signs of methamphetamine addiction include:
There is also often a correlation between psychoactive drug use and the contraction of diseases like Hepatitis or HIV due to unprotected sex and shared paraphernalia without adequate cleaning procedures. There is evidence to suggest that methamphetamine use nearly triples the risk of developing Parkinson’s Disease, as well as that meth use compounds the degeneration of neurons if the user has a pre-existing neural condition such as HIV 2.
Detox from methamphetamines is best done in a medically supervised Washington detox center due to the intensity of the withdrawal symptoms. The most acute phase of meth detox typically occurs between two to seven days, though lasting effects on the body’s physiology can cause symptoms for months or years.
In addition to changes in mood and behavior, meth use can also cause irreversible damage to vital body systems and blood vessels in the brain. This damage can increase your risk of stroke. Other long-term effects of regular, untreated methamphetamine addiction include respiratory issues, seizures, liver and kidney failure, sudden cardiac death, elevated risk of overdose, and death.
The first step for the majority of those ready to overcome a meth addiction is to go through withdrawal and detox. Although withdrawing from stimulants like meth is less physically dangerous than withdrawal from other substances (such as alcohol and opioids), methamphetamine withdrawal can be unpleasant and produce seizures in some people.
For these reasons, it is essential to seek out a medical detox program in Spokane. Medically assisted detox helps to reduce the risk of relapse in a safe, supported environment.
The physical symptoms of methamphetamine withdrawal may last two to three weeks, with drug cravings, fatigue, and depression being the most lasting effects. After a month, physical withdrawal is no longer a concern, though the patient will likely still suffer from psychological dependency and may also demonstrate physiological impairments. Although meth withdrawal will look different from person to person, there are several common withdrawal symptoms you can expect. The most common methamphetamine withdrawal symptoms include:
The timeline for treatment is ongoing and possibly lifelong. Once the body has completed detox and overcome withdrawal, the focus is on the psychology of the patient and retraining the brain with positive cognitive associations and behavioral loops. An initial evaluation is conducted in order to determine a plan to stabilize and support the patient through detox and withdrawal and to keep them comfortable. The first two days of the withdrawal period are generally the most difficult physically.
Based on the level of dependency, long-term management strategies may include medications, extended rehab facilities, and therapies for both the mind and the body. There are several proven treatment models used in meth detox centers in Washington to help you recover from methamphetamine addiction.
Our team at Sequoia Detox Center will work with you to develop a treatment program using the therapeutic model or models that align most closely with your unique needs.
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Seeking comprehensive addiction treatment is vital to overcoming an addiction to methamphetamine. Several forms of treatment have proven beneficial in helping those addicted to methamphetamines attain and maintain ongoing sobriety. The best and most effective treatment method will depend on your unique treatment needs and goals. The first step for the majority of those struggling with a meth addiction is to go through withdrawal and detox.
Although withdrawing from stimulants is less physically dangerous than withdrawal from other substances (such as alcohol and opioids), methamphetamine withdrawal can be unpleasant and produce seizures in some people. Methamphetamine withdrawal also increases the risk of overdose in the event of a relapse. For this reason, looking for a program like Sequoia Detox Center, where medically supervised addiction treatment is available and trained medical professionals can provide support and guidance throughout the process.
Medically assisted detox helps reduce relapse risk in a safe, supported environment. Upon completing detox, it is essential to transition to an addiction treatment program to receive therapy for meth addiction. Behavioral therapy is the most effective treatment model for meth addiction. The most commonly used behavioral therapy is cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT).
Essential aspects of a comprehensive treatment program include family education, individual and group counseling, 12-step program support, drug testing, and encouragement to participate in non-drug-related activities such as sober gatherings and mindfulness practices. Although medications are used to treat some substance use disorders, there are currently no medications proven to counteract the specific effects of methamphetamine.
We understand how challenging it can be to know if and when you or your loved one needs help with addiction. By taking this quiz, you can get a quick assessment of some signs that may indicate whether or not you need to reach out for help.
If you or someone you love is struggling with methamphetamine addiction, do not wait to seek help. We understand how to address all aspects of active addiction, including medical attention and therapeutic care. Get help for methamphetamine addiction through professional Spokane detox services at Sequoia Detox Center today.
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