…The psychosis is usually a result of daily meth drug abuse combined with a lack of sleep, lack of proper nutrition, and lack of consistency resulting in disorientation. One of the most unfortunate things about the use of meth is that a tolerance can develop quickly to the drug. When this happens, greater doses are needed to achieve the desired effects leading right into the cycle of addiction. Meth can be ingested by snorting the drug, smoking the drug, by injecting with a needle and syringe, or orally.

Treating the person addicted to meth traditionally is with behavior modification or cognitive therapy. However if you ask a meth addict to go to therapy they are usually very hesitant. Often an addict feels no one understands their problem. Most meth addicts want to stop, and believe it or not, wake up daily saying this will be their last day to use. A meth addict will need sleep and traditional methods will work once there is some time away from the drug. There are several innovative approaches that are being practiced by physicians all over the country. One of the treatments is unique. This treatment method is offered in many recovery centers and also by independent physicians who have been trained with this additional tool. As with all medical approaches each addiction doctor will help the addict decide what approach is best for them. Rarely is it necessary for a meth addict to need hospitalization for this process; however many times a person is dually addicted and will need to be treated for all addictions. Seeing a doctor first is always the best way to start. The Los Angeles Recovery Center offers their phone number, (310)  496 - 5505, for anyone seeking help. The Murray Hill Recovery Center in Dallas is also ready and willing to help, their phone number is (214)  234 - 2400. They will be glad to refer you to a physician and do a free phone consultation.

Often, a meth addict’s most significant obstacle is continued craving. The goal is to quit using the drug and then stay clean and sober. Although relapse can occur please discuss with your doctor the idea of reduced craving and know what triggers might create that craving. Cognitive repair and craving reduction is something a trained addiction doctor who specializes in treating meth and ice addictions will be educated and know about.