Luxury detox and residential treatment offer a blend of evidence-based therapies, medication assistance, and trauma-informed care to help you recover from methamphetamine addiction.
Understanding Methamphetamine Use Disorder
According to data from 2019, nearly 13 million Americans have struggled with methamphetamine (Meth) abuse. Its low cost and easy accessibility make it an ideal drug of choice for many low-income Americans who struggle with addiction.
Methamphetamine use disorder (MUD) is a chronic, relapsing condition characterized by compulsive meth use despite its negative consequences. In the DSM-5, it is classified as a stimulant use disorder, along with other stimulant drugs such as cocaine or adderall.
Meth is a stimulant that increases activity in the central nervous system, known for causing alertness, increased energy, and intense euphoria. Over time, chronic meth use is associated with several harmful effects such as dental decay, mood swings, depression, anxiety, drug-induced psychosis, and is even linked to increased violent behavior.
Meth Use, Rural America and The Impact on Michigan
Meth use is disproportionately high in low income, rural, Mid-Western states. Many communities in states such as Indiana, Michigan, West Virginia, Missouri, and Kentucky have been hit the hardest by methamphetamine manufacturing, distribution, and use.
This is due to a combination of economic challenges and poverty, geographical and social isolation, and limited access to healthcare resources.
- Economic Decline: Many of the rural counties in the states listed were once agricultural, mining, or manufacturing towns that now suffer from high unemployment and low wages. There is often a sense of hopelessness about moving up in life. Many of these counties have also been hit incredibly hard by the opioid epidemic.
- Increased Performance: Individuals working long hours for low pay, especially in physically demanding jobs, may use meth to improve productivity or simply stay awake until the end of their shift.
- Boredom: A lack of recreational activities and social spaces in rural towns leads to isolation and boredom, especially among youth, who may abuse meth to feel a sense of excitement.
- Local Low-Cost Production: Meth is manufactured locally using quickly available household chemicals. This makes it easy to make and distribute in isolated areas.
5 Unknown Facts About Meth
Meth is one of the most psychologically destructive drugs. It also has a dark history. Here are five uncommon facts about meth that highlight its history and powerful effects:
- Meth-induced psychosis can last for years. Even after stopping use, it’s common for chronic meth users to experience ongoing paranoia, delusions, and hallucinations.
- It can cause hallucinations of bugs crawling under the skin, known as “formication”. This can lead to obsessive scratching, causing open sores, scabs, and infections.
- According to the National Institute of Justice, up to 70% of property crimes in some US counties are linked to meth use or trafficking of meth.
- Meth is strongly associated with sexual crimes including assault, exploitation, and human trafficking as users under the influence of meth are more likely to engage in or be victims of non-consexual sex.
- Meth fueled Nazi and Allied soldiers during World War 2 with a meth pill known as “Pervitin”. And Japaneze Kamikaze pilots took meth before suicide missions, giving them a sense of unrealistic courage before turning into a human missile.
Choosing A Program That Knows How To Treat Methamphetamine Addiction
It’s important to choose an addiction treatment program that specializes in meth use. Programs should offer a continuum of care from start (detox) to finish (aftercare) and include a combination of:
- Substance abuse counseling
- Evidence-based mental health therapies
- Group therapy and peer support
- Skill-building workshops
- Family involvement
- Holistic activities
What To Expect from Medically Supervised Detox
Supervised detox programs ensure patients withdrawing from meth are stable, comfortable, and able to complete the entire process. The most intense withdrawal symptoms usually last a week or so, but it’s common for psychological symptoms to linger much longer. The presence of other drugs, co-occurring conditions, or individual biological factors such as metabolism can also complicate the detox timeline.
Some things you can expect during detox include:
- Symptom monitoring
- Medical evaluation
- Medication support
- Nutritional care
- Transitional support to inpatient care after detox
We Accept Most Major Insurance
Life After Meth: Preventing Relapse and Staying On Your Plan
Rushton Recovery offers tailored treatment plans that support your long-term recovery and ongoing needs.
Evidence-Based Therapies
Evidence-based mental health therapies such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) help patients reframe negative thoughts and regulate distressing emotions that drive substance use. They also emphasize coping skills to prevent relapse and improve functioning.
Group Therapy
Group therapy helps those in recovery foster a sense of belonging, purpose, and community. It can reduce feelings of isolation that often contribute to addiction. Patients in recovery from meth abuse often have horrifying stories of trauma during active meth addiction that others in recovery can relate to, validate, and support.
Holistic Activities and Physical Recreation
Meth use is linked closely to malnutrition and nutrient deficiencies. Holistic activities support patients in making positive lifestyle changes that address all aspects of addiction. Physical recreation can help those in recovery build physical strength, regain regular activity levels, and improve overall mental well-being. Some common activities in meth addiction treatment may include:
- Art, music, dance
- Yoga
- Massage
- Mindfulness and meditation
- Strength training
- Fitness classes
Frequently Asked Questions About Meth Addiction Treatment
Does insurance cover meth addiction treatment?
We accept most major commercial plans, but do not accept Medicare or Medicaid. Contact our admissions team, who are dedicated to helping you verify benefits or set up other payment options.
How long does addiction treatment typically last?
Rushton Recovery’s addiction treatment program typically lasts 30 to 60 days; however, this timeline can vary depending on the individual’s recovery needs. Some patients spend upwards of 90 days in treatment.
Will I need medications for meth addiction?
This depends on your unique mental health and addiction needs. Many of our patients are on psychiatric medication to improve symptoms of underlying mental health disorders that drive addiction; however, not all require it.
Break the Cycle of Meth Addiction
We combine behavioral therapies, peer support, medication assistance, and lifestyle regimens to help those in recovery from methamphetamine addiction.
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