METH ADDICTION TREATMENT

WHAT IS METH?

Crystal meth is an abbreviated term used to refer to the drug crystal methamphetamine. The drug has numerous street names such as speed, chalk, or crank. Methamphetamine looks like white crystals that people ingest by snorting it through the nose. Others smoke or inject it for faster results. Regardless of how they take it, it is incredibly addictive; everyone who tries it has a strong desire to continue using it. This addictive property is the result of the fact that it stimulates the pleasure centers of the brain. Users report feelings of confidence and high energy for up to eight hours. Some experience euphoric feelings for up to 24 hours.

Although often known as a club drug, meth has users of all ages. This dangerous, potent chemical acts as a stimulant but soon begins to affect the body negatively. It causes health issues such as memory loss, psychotic behavior, brain damage, and drastic mood swings. Additionally, meth burns up resources needed by your body for vital functions.

UNDERSTANDING METH ADDICTION

Unless you have gone through meth addiction, it’s hard to understand how hard it is to quit. Once your body has increased its tolerance and become dependent on meth, you are well on your way to addiction. Quitting becomes difficult, if not impossible, to do on your own. Meth is a psychoactive drug, which means it affects your mind and deepens the level of your addiction. In fact, some individuals report becoming hooked on meth after only one or two uses.

The risks to your mind and body include short-term and long-term impacts. Users experience euphoria after using the drug but report negative results once it wears off. Narcotics like meth give the user a false sense of well-being and excess energy. While using these drugs, you may expend tons of energy until you crash dramatically. Some people also suffer negative physical and psychological effects as the drug’s influence wanes.

Negative health impacts associated with meth use include the following:

• Premature aging
• Tooth loss
• Extreme weight loss
• Heart and other health issues

Unfortunately, you may experience permanent damage to your body. However, the good news is that once you have entered recovery you can improve your health through proper nutrition, exercise, and medical care. A top drug addiction treatment program can help you learn how to cope with cravings and maintain your sobriety. At the Addiction Recovery Institute of America, we have residential treatment programs and outpatient treatment programs to help you make the transition to sober living. If you are struggling with meth addiction, ARIA is an excellent place to start.

GETTING STARTED AT A METH ADDICTION TREATMENT PROGRAM

Your recovery begins in one of our Florida drug detox programs. Trying to quit cold turkey can send your body into withdrawal with severe health consequences, including life-threatening withdrawal symptoms.  Sadly, self-detox is also far more likely to lead to relapse. After detox, you can begin an effective meth addiction treatment program that focuses on lifelong recovery.

The meth addiction treatment program at ARIA addresses the specific challenges faced by those dependent on methamphetamines. Our addiction specialists make a point of tailoring each treatment program to your individual needs. However, it is essential that you begin treatment right away; the sooner you start down the road to recovery, the better you will feel, and the sooner your body can heal.

LEARN MORE AT THE ADDICTION RECOVERY INSTITUTE OF AMERICA TODAY

If you or someone close to you would benefit from a meth addiction treatment program, the expert clinical team at ARIA can help you turn away from the darkness of continual addiction. Find a brighter future at Addiction Recovery Institute of America today by reaching out to us online or calling 844.973.2611 for more information about our services.