Supervised medical detox and residential recovery program with dual diagnosis therapy to help overcome methamphetamine abuse in the heart of the San Fernando Valley.
Methamphetamine is a highly addictive illicit drug that affects the central nervous system. The use of methamphetamine has devastating effects on both the physical and psychological well-being of those who become addicted to this powerful stimulant.
Meth releases high amounts of dopamine in the brain at rapid speeds, resulting in intense feelings of pleasure, energy and focus. The powerful short-term effects make it extremely addictive.
Our center offers a comprehensive range of services, including residential treatment, detoxification, and dual diagnosis treatment. We believe in a holistic approach to addiction recovery, addressing the physical, emotional, and psychological aspects of Methamphetamine addiction to ensure lasting change.
Dilated pupils, rapid weight loss, decrease in appetite, tremors or twitching, skin sores or scabs, compulsive skin picking, poor hygiene and lack of basic self-care, tooth decay (known as “meth mouth”), heart palpitations
Intense euphoria and pleasure, rapid speech that is difficult to follow, heightened irritability and agitation, anger or aggression, restlessness and insomnia, paranoia, hallucinations, impulsive or risky behavior, memory loss, trouble concentrating, social isolation, financial difficulties, strained relationships
Meth detox can be distressing, painful and sometimes even dangerous. It´s important to detox before starting residential treatment in a supervised medical setting. Detox from methamphetamine can look different for everyone but some common side effects of withdrawal may include:
Our detox programs tend to be about 3-5 days but can vary for everyone based on different factors. Some of these include:
Methamphetamine addiction can cause a number of physical and psychological symptoms. The tell tale sign of meth addiction is consuming excessive amounts of meth with trouble stopping. It can cause aggression, paranoia, insomnia, tooth decay and increase the risk of heart attacks.
Treatments that are effective for meth addiction include detox to rid the drug from the system and manage withdrawal symptoms. Inpatient rehab is often recommended for long-term recovery where patients will engage in individual talk therapy, group therapy sessions and mindfulness based activities to build positive coping skills and new outlets for reducing stress.
The Encino Detox & Recovery Center accepts most major insurances including Aetna, Cigna, Bluecross Blueshield & more. Get in touch with our admissions team to verify your insurance and find a treatment plan that works for you.
