Methamphetamine Use Represents a Distinct Threat for Women Everywhere

Without knowing it, many women may already have had a taste of the potentially lethal chemical concoction known as methamphetamine. More commonly known as meth, ice, or crystal, this drug is an unlisted ingredient in several illegal diet pills that are supposedly capable of providing rapid and massive weight loss.

While it is true that this psychostimulant and sympathomimetic drug can trigger quick weight loss, prolonged use can also cause anxiety, insomnia, mood disturbances, and violent behavior. A recent survey reported that approximately 1.8 percent of women aged 19 to 30 have used meth, while 1.3 percent have taken crystal meth. Studies done by peer-reviewed psychology journals suggest that young women taking this drug may be particularly prone to developing problems such as elevated levels of depression and suicidal thinking.

Because it affects the nervous system, methamphetamine is considered to be one of the most difficult addictions to treat. However, we at Harmony Place believe that we are up to the challenge. Our detoxification services take place in our safe, private, and nurturing facility. Harmony Place is fully staffed by psychology, therapy, and nutrition experts as well as other medical professionals to help guests through detoxification and treatment.

We believe in using a dual-diagnosis approach, meaning that we aim to treat the symptoms of addiction along with the underlying reasons behind them. Our individual and group treatment programs are all built around this approach, and it has helped us become one of the most recognized and successful treatment centers in the country today. Methamphetamine rehab may be hard, but we at Harmony Place strive to make it as comfortable – and as effective – as it can be.