Methamphetamine is a synthetic (man-made) stimulant that is highly addictive. The drug is abused because of the euphoric effects it produces, and because it is inexpensive to produce, it is readily available. It can be sold as a powder or rock-like chunks, and can be injected, smoked, snorted or ingested orally.
Using methamphetamine leads to many health risks such as rapid heart rate, increased blood pressure and damage to the small blood vessels in the brain which can lead to stroke. And, chronic abuse of meth significantly changes how the brain functions and can result in inflammation of the heart lining.
Are you (or someone you know) using methamphetamine? Do you have a loved one who is in need of crystal meth treatment? Pacific Hills offers crystal meth drug treatment and is here to help.
Pacific Hills' crystal meth drug treatment includes not only counseling and attending self-help 12-Step groups like Alcoholics and Narcotics Anonymous, but addresses co-occurring mental disorders that may be exacerbated by drug usage. In addition to any co-existing disorder, the client who is in need of crystal meth treatment may be suffering from long-term effects of using meth which may include paranoia, extreme aggression, anorexia, memory loss, hallucinations, delusions and severe dental problems.
At this time, the most effective treatments for methamphetamine addiction include cognitive behavior therapies, which Pacific Hills' crystal meth drug treatment program utilizes. Clients are taught to recognize their particular high-risk situations for relapse and how to avoid them once they have completed crystal meth treatment. Clients attend individual therapy and group therapy and those suffering with co-occurring disorders meet with Pacific Hills' consulting psychiatrist so they can also be addressed while in crystal meth drug treatment.
Is your loved one refusing crystal meth drug treatment? Pacific Hills' crystal meth treatment intake counselors can assist with arrangements for a professional intervention. Some clients also require medical detoxification. Our counselors can also help arrange detox at a nearby qualified facility prior to the client's admission into our crystal meth drug treatment.
Call today; our call center can help you find a crystal meth drug treatment that works, Pacific Hills.
