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Targeting The Root of Teenage Stimulant Addiction
Stimulants are a class of drugs that increase activity in the central nervous system. They are prescribed for neurological disorders such as narcolepsy or ADHD, but are also sold on the street for recreational use. Stimulants increase dopamine levels in the brain, producing feelings of euphoria, enhanced focus, and increased alertness. Sometimes they are referred to as “study drugs”, with many teens taking them to improve their academic performance.
At Lotus Behavioral Health, we understand how vulnerable teens are to stimulant abuse. Many youth experiment with these to increase their concentration, improve performance, and self-medicate unresolved mental health problems such as depression or ADHD. However, long-term, unregulated stimulant abuse can increase the risk of psychosis, depression, anxiety, and panic disorder.
Throughout our treatment programs, teens have access to evidence-based mental health therapies and creative art therapies to aid in emotional processing and reduce cravings for drugs and alcohol. Some of the services offered for teens in stimulant abuse treatment include:
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
- Family Counseling
- Group Therapy
- Medication Management
- Art and Music therapy
- Dance, movement, and fitness therapies
Commonly Abused Stimulants Include:
- Adderall
- Concerta
- Ritalin
- Cocaine
- Methamphetamine
Warning Signs of Stimulant Abuse
- Increased heart rate
- Insomnia
- Increased energy
- Dilated pupils
- Loss of appetite
- Irritability or aggression
- Psychosis
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