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Meth Abuse in Georgia
According to the CDC, deaths involving stimulants (e.g., methamphetamine) increased by 47% from 2019 to 2020. The Georgia Department of Health reported 2,515 emergency department visits and 1,632 hospitalizations due to stimulant poisoning, including methamphetamine, in 2020. Stimulant poisoning deaths increased by 20% from 830 to 996 between 2019 and 2020.
Why Choose Southeast Detox’s Meth Rehab Center?
Our program is accredited by The Joint Commission and licensed by the State of Georgia. We offer a full continuum of care, including medical detox, residential treatment, partial hospitalization, intensive outpatient (IOP), sober living, and outpatient care, in a completely renovated facility with upscale amenities.
How We Treat Meth Addiction
Our team of experienced medical professionals and licensed therapists provide individualized care at every level.
Our Meth Detox Center
Medical detox is an important first step in treatment. Short-term effects of meth use can include increased energy, elevated heart rate, reduced appetite, and impaired judgment. Long-term effects include brain damage, physical and mental health problems, and addiction. Common withdrawal symptoms include increased cravings, depression, decreased motivation and energy, insomnia, suicidal thoughts, and irritability.
Meth Detox Medications
There are no FDA-approved medications specifically to treat meth addiction, but medications such as benzodiazepines, antidepressants like Bupropion, antipsychotics such as Quetiapine, and Clonidine can help manage withdrawal symptoms. Treatment should also include therapy such as cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), counseling, and aftercare.
Group Therapy
Group therapy provides a supportive and safe environment for meth users to connect with others who share similar experiences and struggles, creating accountability to motivate long-term recovery.
Yoga
Yoga can help naturally reduce stress, anxiety, and depression, common triggers for meth use, while promoting better sleep and overall well-being.
EMDR
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy is effective in treating meth addiction, especially for those who have experienced trauma, using rhythmic stimulation to reduce the intensity of traumatic memories.
Treatment For Co-Occurring Disorders
Methamphetamine abuse is associated with anxiety disorders, mood disorders, psychotic disorders, and personality disorders. Our meth addiction treatment programs take into account any dual mental health issues as part of clients’ comprehensive treatment plans.
Start Your Recovery Today
Step out of the dark, isolating grip of meth addiction. Whether you need medical detox, inpatient rehab, individual or group therapy, or support for co-occurring disorders, we’re here to help you round the clock. Call Southeast Detox at (706) 873-9955.