Oxnard, California Drug Rehab Facilities

Also known as crank, crystal and speed, meth exerts its addictive effects by stimulating the central nervous system, giving you a surge of energy that doesn't seem to quit. The drug also triggers the release of neurotransmitters that create sensations of pleasure or euphoria. Frequent meth use can result in a physical and psychological dependence on the drug, which produces a high that's similar to cocaine -- only longer lasting. The National Institutes of Health cautions that meth abuse can result in:

• An irregular heart rhythm
• Elevated blood pressure
• Severe behavioral disturbances
• Mental health disorders
• Memory loss

In the beginning, meth may seem like a lifesaver, helping you stay awake when you're working late, to focus your attention when you're studying or to lose weight when nothing else works. But it doesn't take long before the craving for meth and the need for higher doses of the drug undermine your health. When you feel like you don't have anywhere else to turn, Oxnard addiction treatment programs are a source of health and hope.

*What Is 'Tweaking'?

Heavy meth users can experience a dangerous state known as "tweaking." A meth addict who's tweaking has been using the drug for several days and is at a high risk of self-injury, violence or arrest. Tweaking is characterized by:

• A prolonged lack of sleep
• Extreme irritability or anger
• Paranoia and negative emotions
• Violence when confronted

Oxnard drug treatment programs address the physical, social and psychological aspects of meth addiction. Withdrawal from methamphetamine usually isn't life-threatening, but medical detoxification is safer and more effective than trying to beat this deadly drug alone. Whether you're looking for an intensive inpatient recovery program or an outpatient rehabilitation center, our addiction specialists can provide a comprehensive overview of the resources that Oxnard has to offer.