Dexedrine Addiction and Rehabilitation

   Dec. 7, 2014
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Last Edited: August 3, 2020
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Patricia Howard, LMFT, CADC
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Andrew Lancaster, LPC, MAC
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Dangers of Dexedrine Abuse

Dexedrine works by allowing the release of hormones that increase alertness and energy. This make it extremely effective in reducing restlessness and increasing a person’s ability to concentrate, and also increases attention span. It is prescribed to treat Attention Deficit Hyper Active Disorder. An added effect to taking Dexedrine would be its ability to curb appetite while also reducing fatigue. Even though Dexedrine should be obtained legally though a prescription from a health care provider, it can be found on the black market because of its high-street value. Dexedrine is available in release tablets with the strengths of 5, 10 and 15 mg. It can be hard to know who to turn to for help regarding substance abuse problems. We are here to help anyone in any state recover from their addiction to Dexedrine or other prescription drugs. If you or someone you know is addicted to Dexedrine, give us a call and we can find a treatment facility for you so we can stop this destructive lifestyle. There is no reason to live in guilt or shame any longer.

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Street Names for Dexedrine

Dexedrine is an amphetamine, and is a wanted drug by many. It might be found under street names such as: Dexies, Co-Pilots, Pep Pills, Lid Poppers, Wake-ups, Uppers, Footballs.

Dexedrine Effects

There is a significant difference between tolerating Dexedrine and becoming addicted to it. Short term Dexedrine effects include irritability, lack of appetite, irregular heartbeat, increased anxiety, and an increased tolerance due to repeated abuse. In the stages of tolerance, users will begin to gradually increase the required dosage as their bodies become more and more accustomed to its effects. This is usually the case with those who use it for a longer term. This, in turn, will lead to a physical dependence and along with serious physical and psychological effects including hallucinations, schizophrenia, and cardiovascular effects. Dexedrine abusers can also end up destroying familial relationships and friendships, alienating themselves from everyone.

Warning signs of Dexedrine abuse in a loved one

Dexedrine is not as well-known of a drug so it can be hard to determine whether a loved one is suffering from an addiction to it. Prescription drug abuse is up across the country. Many people who have cocaine and heroin problems started out by abusing prescription drugs. When access to these medications runs out, people will often turn to street drugs. Try to look for the signs in your loved one’s Dexedrine abuse before it’s too late.

If you notice a loved one putting Dexedrine use ahead of everything, there is a chance a chemical dependency has been developed. Dexedrine becomes the prevailing force behind every action, dropping everything that was once enjoyable and important.

A red flag would be if your loved one can only relax after having taken Dexedrine. Be alarmed if he or she cannot feel normal without it. Chemical dependency can force anyone to feel sick if the substance isn’t consumed, literally altering brain chemistry.

Your friend or loved one might not even notice that he or she has become dependent to Dexedrine. Many people who have substance abuse problem know something is wrong, but can’t do anything about. Users isolate themselves, believing no one cares for them.

Factual Dangers: Dexedrine

Dexedrine addiction can push many people down a dangerous path. Fighting to be normal is possible, but it can be extremely difficult. The more people educate themselves about substance abuse disorders, the more likely they are to reach out for help. Addiction is a medical disease that few are educated on. If you want to help a loved one, but might not know where to start, watch these videos to find out more about substance abuse disorders:

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