Treatment for Amphetamine Addiction at Hawaii Island Recovery

Amphetamine addiction is a powerful disease that affects not just your mental health and physical health but also the wellness of entire families. However, while amphetamine addiction can be devastating and difficult to overcome, healing is always possible. We at Hawaii Island Recovery can help you or your loved one take that first difficult step toward sobriety today. 

Amphetamines are a class of stimulant drugs that “speed up” the body’s natural processes, central nervous system, and the connection between the brain and body. While there are prescription amphetamines to address specific situations like narcolepsy and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), other amphetamines are entirely illicit and come with a myriad of side effects on your health. 

Amphetamines are commonly seen in medication to treat the effects of ADHD or narcolepsy. However, they are also prone to being abused and can be addictive. Using prescription amphetamines in a way that is not intended or seeking out these drugs without a prescription is the first sign that treatment for substance use disorder (SUD) may be necessary. 

Amphetamines are highly addictive. However, they can also be incredibly prevalent in various communities. For some, the use of “study drugs” like Adderall can be common, especially across college campuses, in an attempt to increase focus, prepare for looming deadlines, or pull all-nighters in preparation for important tests despite their negative effects.

Likewise, misuse of amphetamines like Adderall, Dexedrine, or Vyvanse are all common. However, amphetamines can also take more intense illicit forms. Amphetamines like methamphetamine (meth) and speed are commonly used illegal amphetamines that can have even more adverse effects on your health. These illicit drugs are also often made by cutting these substances with ingredients like caffeine or other drugs like heroin, fentanyl, and various other substances, making it impossible to know exactly how amphetamines like meth or crack may impact your health and to what extent. 

Because amphetamines can take many forms, there are also many misconceptions about them. These can include:

However, none of these things are true. There is no completely safe level of amphetamine use, and amphetamine addiction often requires professional help to overcome. 

Recognizing the signs and symptoms of substance abuse is the first step toward effective treatment for yourself or a loved one. These signs of amphetamine abuse can include:

Amphetamine addiction can also cause you to counterproductively worsen your professional or academic performance, especially as the use of the drug begins to overshadow other areas of daily life. Compromised relationships, self-isolation, sudden onset of financial challenges, anger, and mood swings are also common in those living with amphetamine addiction. 

For those injecting illicit amphetamines like meth, track marks are a distinct sign of amphetamine use. Track marks are small puncture wounds around veins where the drug is injected. They are common on the forearms, thighs, and feet but can appear anywhere. Those injecting amphetamines may wear new accessories or out-of-season clothes to cover these marks. 

Illicit methamphetamines can have further destructive consequences, from thinning hair, burn marks, sores, and scratches to “meth mouth,” which involves tooth and gum decay in addition to compromising personal hygiene routines. 

Overcoming amphetamine addiction is difficult, as addiction can “program” your brain to expect the use of these drugs. However, healing is always possible. There is no replacement for professional, educated, and effective amphetamine rehab programs, and Hawaii Island Recovery can help you or your loved one begin your journey overcoming amphetamine addiction today. 

Self-detoxing from amphetamines can be challenging and even dangerous. Drug withdrawal is intensely difficult to navigate, with symptoms from aches and pains to intense emotional and mental health needs during this time. It is also when cravings and urges can be at their most intense, with many of those attempting to self-detox often relapsing early in their attempts. These attempts also may not address other underlying needs, from stresses to underlying mental health disorders or the effects of trauma. 

Likewise, addiction is not a disease that will “go away” on its own. Amphetamines are highly addictive, and ignoring the signs of amphetamine addiction can worsen its destructive effects on daily life. Professional detox programs are necessary to confront the challenges of addiction and drug withdrawal while also creating a plan to address mental health needs and transition to further levels of care. 

Early intervention, or acting on the signs of amphetamine addiction as soon as they are noticed, can greatly increase the chances of long-term sobriety. Exploring treatment before the worst signs of addiction manifest can improve resilience and prioritize sobriety before addiction can completely envelop daily life. Acting on early intervention can empower you to take control of your future and avoid potentially devastating outcomes like an overdose. 

We are prepared to personalize your treatment plan for overcoming amphetamine addiction today. Our detox and residential treatment center can help you understand and address the unique effects of amphetamine addiction on your life. Your first step with us will include:

Drug withdrawal is challenging. Knowing what to expect can help you work with professionals to prepare for these difficulties while prioritizing a healthy and sober life. Some common amphetamine withdrawal symptoms include:

However, your experiences may still be unique. Access to dedicated medical detox and professional support is the best way to overcome the challenges of drug withdrawal while beginning the journey to a sober life. 

Our dedicated inpatient programs at our residential treatment center can be crucial in separating yourself from lifestyles and environments that may enable amphetamine use to focus wholly on your healing and sober change. Rehab is hard, and living in a sober, curated, supportive environment can be a crucial advantage to addressing addiction, personal needs, dual diagnosis, and more in your healing journey. 

At Hawaii Island Recovery, we blend proven therapies with experiential healing opportunities to create a holistic approach to change. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR), and much more are all available. Motivational interviewing, on-site medical support, and more are also part of the advantages of inpatient rehab. 

Talking to a professional about your needs and expectations can also help you find the right program for you. We are always able to explore a myriad of options to find your best approach to change. 

No two rehab programs will be the same, and you are empowered to find your best approach by exploring the agency to choose your best practices in recovery. Our programs can personalize your care plan through:

We believe in treating the whole self, not just the symptoms of amphetamine addiction. Genuine healing is a transformative process that addresses every aspect of daily life. This holistic approach to treatment allows us to create something unique and effective while supporting your sober journey. These holistic options include:

We also utilize the natural advantages of Hawaii throughout each program, helping you use the natural landscape and beautiful backdrop of the big island of Hawaii to explore personal healing, spiritual needs, stress reduction, and more during your stay. 

Healing from amphetamine addiction doesn’t end at our doors. Rather, it is an ongoing journey. We at Hawaii Island Recovery are ready to support your continued change after graduating from detox and residential treatment or meet you where you are with continued outpatient support. 

While inpatient treatment can provide a supportive and safe environment while learning effective grounding strategies and recovery techniques, outpatient programs are the next step in this journey. In outpatient care, you will live outside the treatment facility but come to the facility several times a week for continued individual and group therapy and treatment. This empowers those in recovery from amphetamine addiction to establish their lives in the “real world” and tend to personal and professional needs while still benefitting from the support of a dedicated healing community. 

However, there can always be new stresses throughout a person’s time in outpatient recovery, so working with peers and family members while staying connected to professionals to navigate these stresses is paramount. Our intensive outpatient program can also be customized and updated to fit your needs, adjusting to new stresses, needs, and as you reach new milestones in your sobriety. 

Graduating from one of our residential treatment programs and continuing to navigate your drug-free life is a major accomplishment. We offer many programs throughout your journey to overcoming amphetamine addiction to support your continued sober development, including:

We also continue to work with you to develop new strategies, life skills, and effective relapse prevention strategies to address your needs and goals in daily amphetamine-free life. This includes navigating urges and cravings or continuing to develop strategies to address mental health needs in dedicated dual diagnosis programs.

Finding treatment for amphetamine addiction is difficult, but healing is always possible for you, your loved one, and your family. Learn how we at Hawaii Island Recovery can personalize a treatment plan for you by calling (866) 390-5070.