About Methamphetamine (ICE)
Although brief, this data has alarmed officials and medical practitioners who are seeking to find ways to reduce meth use in Australia. The class A narcotic is extremely addictive, cheap, and leads to a rush of energy, alertness, a feeling of pleasure or euphoria. In high amounts or overtime, ICE can result in aggressive behaviour, hallucinations, psychosis, a lowered immune system, a decrease in cognitive functioning, as well as, digestive and central nervous system compromisation.
It should be noted that while ICE and meth is typically used interchangeably, ICE tends to be more potent than methamphetamine. As a meth rehab Austrailian citizens trust, we at Siam Rehab, have known of patients to use ICE and experience an instant infiltration of serotonin and dopamine. These “feel good” chemicals cause an elevated sense of being, and are naturally occuring. However, when meth, or ICE, is used, there is a surge of both chemicals. At the same time, the users’ heart rate can exceed a safe level. The lungs, brain, and vital organs will be affected. Sadly, most users are not aware of the negative effects of ICE in Australia.
Meth Addiction in Australia
Methamphetamine use can easily manifest into an addiction. It is certainly possible for a person to use ICE one time and never try it again; however, for some, once they start, they will struggle to stop. As an ICE rehab Australia’s men and women turn to for help, our counsellors have found that consistent users, or addicts, usually base each use on the attempt to feel the same high they felt during the first use. This high will not ever be felt again, but in pursuit of it, a tolerance builds; thereby, requiring the user to need more of the drug to get similar effects. Overtime, the anticipated pleasure and euphoric surges will dampen. The mental effects can be extremely debilitating for a heavy user, as can depression, anxiety, and other issues that are common in meth addicts in Australia.
Meth Addiction and the Brain
Once a person develops a meth addiction in Australia, they will find it difficult, if not impossible to quit. The drug is extremely powerful and will become an obsession. The cravings will only be relieved through using more of the drug. Unfortunately, without help, the chances of the person engaging in reckless or criminal behaviour is considerably high as is the risk of losing a career or a family.
Dopamine and serotonin are key chemicals in the brain and play a role in many daily functions. For example, dopamine is responsible for different sensations or behaviors, including the decision making process, movement, logic and reasoning, as well as feelings of wellbeing. Serotonin is responsible for happiness and it’s levels can fluctuate depending on a person’s diet, experience, or thoughts.
First time methamphetamine users will experience a rush of dopamine and serotonin. A good way to think about this rush is as if the user is trying to live the day like it will be their last. The effects can last between 6 and 24 hours, and once it has worn off, the users’ natural hormones may be depleted; thus, resulting in a low, gloomy mood.
Overtime, the brain’s own natural ability to produce serotonin, dopamine, and other hormones will slow down. Eventually, without going to a meth rehab in Australia, or elsewhere, the addict will struggle to function at a basic level. This stage is extremely dangerous, and if it is not confronted, the risk of death is high.
Signs of a Meth Addiction
If you are living in Australia, ICE addiction, dependency, or abuse affects people of all ages. If you recognise any of the following signs and symptoms, you should consider talking with a meth rehab in Australia, or abroad.
- Increased irritability
- Depression and mood swings
- A desire to stop, but the inability to do so
- Lying about using the drug
- Unable to keep a job, relationship, or friends
- Violent tendencies
- Paranoia
- Hallucinations
- Delusions
- Insomnia
- Skin sores
Meth Rehab in Thailand
Inpatient methamphetamine addiction rehabs are the most effective method of treating men and women with a dependency. Addiction treatment centres in Thailand assists in removing the person from their environment in which using might have been unavoidable. A meth rehab in Thailand, such as Siam Rehab, enables patients to detach from the outside world and enter a safe place where they can focus entirely on their recovery. This treatment can last between 28 days and 3 months or longer.
Although any ICE user can benefit from treatment, those who have moderate to severe drug addiction are advised to receive inpatient care. This intensive rehabilitation ensures a safe, monitored detoxification, as well as, group therapy, counselling, art therapy, meditation, yoga, Muay Thai, equine therapy, and other life skills workshops.
To learn more about our meth addiction treatment centre in Chiang Rai, call Siam Rehab now.
