A psycho stimulant of the phenthylamine and amphetamine class among the psychoactive drug, Methamphetamine Addiction in Delray Beach, FL is on the rise.
Known to increase alertness, concentration, energy and in high doses can induce euphoria, Methamphetamine has also been known to increase self-esteem. A high potential for abuse and addiction, Methamphetamine activates the psychological reward system by triggering an intense release of dopamine to the brain. Although approved by the FDA for the treatment of ADHD and obesity, Methamphetamine addiction in Delray Beach, FL is of great concern.
Physical effects of Methamphetamine abuse range from hyperactivity to dilated pupils to restlessness to hypertension to constipation to dizziness to insomnia and, with chronic use and/or high doses, convulsions, heart attack, stroke and death can occur.
Psychological effects of Methamphetamine addiction in Delray Beach, FL include euphoria, increased alertness and concentration, irritability, anxiety, delicious of grandeur, paranoia and, with chronic use and/or high doses, amphetamine psychosis can occur.
Long term use of Methamphetamine has a high risk of depression and suicide as well as heart disease and violent behaviors. As with other amphetamines, the risk of tolerance to Methamphetamine occurring is not completely understand, but extremely probable. Methamphetamine addiction in Delray Beach, FL occurs due to Methamphetamine induced hyper stimulation of the pleasure pathways leading to anhedonia.
The primary symptoms of withdrawal from Methamphetamine abuse are fatigue, depression and an increase in appetite. Symptoms can last for as little as a couple of days, but can also range to weeks and/or months. Additional withdrawal symptoms range from irritability to headaches and agitation to vivid or lucid dreams and suicidal ideation.
If you, or a loved one, is struggling with any type of addiction, help should be sought today. The Delray Center for Healing, conveniently located in South Florida, offers many options to their patients, both inpatient and outpatient.
