A psycho stimulant approved to treat attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and narcolepsy, Ritalin produces effects similar to that of cocaine. The way it affects a user, combined with the ease in which the drug can be obtained, it is not hard to understand why Ritalin abuse in West Palm Beach, FL is of much concern to everyone.
Tolerance and behavioral sensitisation has been recorded with long term use of Ritalin. Cross tolerance with other stimulants such as amphetamines and cocaine also exists. Stimulant withdrawal can occur and should be minimized in intensity (ex: gradual tapering off versus ceasing use entirely).
Due to the pharmacology of Ritalin being very much like cocaine and amphetamines, there is a high potential for Ritalin abuse in West Palm Beach, FL as swell as addiction. By increasing dopamine levels in the brain, the potential for abuse is high. The potential for Ritalin abuse in West Palm Beach, FL as well as in other areas of the world is increased when it is crushed and snorted, or when it is injected. When this happens, the effects are almost identical to cocaine. Large doses taken orally also increase the cocaine-like effects in individuals.
Chronic Ritalin abuse in West Palm Beach, FL has the potential to result in adverse side effects. Most commonly, one will experience nervousness, drowsiness and insomnia, however, the following adverse reactions have also been recorded:
- Abdominal pain
- Stunted growth
- Lethargy
- Dizziness
- Cardiac arrhythmia
- Loss of appetite
- Nausea
- Angina
- Psychosis
- Hypersensitivity
- Tachycardia
- Dry mouth
Abuse and addiction to any type of drug is treatable. With both inpatient and outpatient treatment options available to their clients, The Delray Center for Healing wants to help. If you, or someone you know, is struggling with drug addiction, get help today.
