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THE FACTS OF METHAMPHETAMINE ADDICTION Methamphetamine addiction can leave users trapped in chemical dependency for years. As a powerful stimulant with high addiction potential, methamphetamine abuse has become an epidemic in the United States. According to the latest studies, nearly 10 million individuals across the country have experimented with meth. Among those who experiment with methamphetamines, addiction develops rapidly--with unfortunately high relapse rates. At Passages Addiction Cure Center, each case of methamphetamine addiction we've treated has its roots in the following four causes: 1. Imbalances in brain chemistry. Despite the widely held view within the addiction industry that chemical dependency originates solely from genetics, at Passages, we believe the problem of addiction is more complex. We point to the many individuals across the country who have developed methamphetamine addictions without a single family member experiencing chemical dependency alongside them. Additionally, there are those who are able to use alcohol in moderation or never touch substances of any kind who have close relatives who've struggled with addiction. At Passages Addiction Cure Center, we believe that people are more than their genetic code. Years of hands-on, clinical experience has shown us that methamphetamine addiction is simply not the hopeless case it's portrayed to be. We reject the idea of addiction as an "incurable disease," and see methamphetamine dependency as simply a symptom of an underlying, deeper problem at hand. Once these root physical and emotional issues have been addressed and properly treated, relapse does not have to become a part of recovery. Instead, the drive to use methamphetamines can be eliminated once the underlying issues have been resolved. Snorted, smoked or used intravenously, methamphetamines are powerful ephedrine-derived stimulants that combine toxic chemicals with amphetamines through a process colloquially known as "cooking." Once methamphetamines hit the brain, they prevent reuptake of the brain's important chemical messengers--particularly dopamine and norepinephrine. As a result, meth users initially feel a flood of confidence, power, calm and energy. Over time, the brain adjusts its natural levels of these neurotransmitters, leading to intense withdrawal when use ceases--triggering psychological and physical dependency. With heavy use, methamphetamines can cause a host of physical and mental side effects. Meth users experience can experience digestive issues such as diarrhea and nausea, profuse sweating, appetite loss and eating disorders, insomnia and hypersomnia (oversleeping) and panic disorders. One of the most notorious side effects of methamphetamine addiction is a condition known as "meth mouth"--a combination of tooth decay, bruxism (tooth grinding), and severe gum disease that can lead to infection and tooth loss. Physical side effects can be severe, especially in the case of overdose, including brain damage, sepsis, kidney failure, severe heart problems, dehydration, and meningitis. Psychologically, meth can create panic attacks, anxiety disorders, depression, suicidal ideation, hallucinations and psychosis. Behaviorally, methamphetamine addiction can lead to serious issues as well, largely due to increased libido and lowered inhibitions. Meth users have an elevated risk for contraction of blood-borne diseases such as Hepatitis C and HIV due to unsafe sexual practices and the risks of injection. Methamphetamines can also lead to violent outbursts, increased aggression and domestic abuse due to exhaustion, mood swings and changes in brain chemistry. Healing the damage that methamphetamine addiction causes to the brain and body is a complex and challenging process. At Passages, we take a holistic approach to healing both the addiction to methamphetamines and resolving the physical and psychological issues caused by chronic methamphetamine abuse. We also seek out the underlying causes that contributed to the development of meth addiction to fully heal the traumas, emotional pain, psychological issues or chemical imbalances that led to meth abuse in the first place.
One of our deepest desires here at Passages is to make a change in the addiction industry, away from the conception that drug and alcohol addiction are "incurable diseases" that make people powerless. Unfortunately, these prevalent beliefs within the addiction field do more harm than good, creating hopelessness, disempowering addicted individuals, and preventing treatment centers from seeking out and resolving root causes of addiction. At Passages, we view addiction as an entirely curable symptom of deeper physical and emotional problems--symptoms that can resolve when targeted, deep healing takes place in an individual. Methamphetamine addiction occurs quite simply when meth use has continued to the point that physical dependency takes place, due to a series of chemical reactions and adjustments in the brain. In a state of methamphetamine dependency, these chemical imbalances render the dependent individual unable to stop using meth without assistance and treatment. However, without resolving the reasons that an individual turned to meth in the first place, detoxification or generalized counseling simply won't cure the problem, leading to "substitute addictions" and relapse after treatment. At Passages, our entire treatment approach is centered around our multidisciplinary team's dedication to unearthing and treating the driving forces of addiction in our clients, creating tangible results from concrete treatment of underlying problems. When the core issues behind methamphetamine addiction have been successfully treated, the desire to use methamphetamines will disappear. For more information on how this healing process occurs, we invite you to read Chris Prentiss's book, The Alcoholism and Addiction Cure, carried by bookstores everywhere. Chris sheds new light on the complex problem of addiction, with an in-depth and personal look at how dependency develops and can be cured, whether to methamphetamine, other drugs, alcohol or addictive behaviors. You can also gain further insight into modern research and treatment methods for methamphetamine addiction by calling us now, toll free, at (888) 777-8525 to speak with one of our professional intake counselors.
 Even if you have experienced repeated relapse as you've battled methamphetamine dependency, a cure for your addiction is still possible. At Passages, we believe that relapse is simply an indicator that past treatment attempts did not take an approach that worked. At Passages Addiction Cure Center, we have successfully treated countless individuals for methamphetamine addiction who have experienced the revolving doors of other addiction treatment centers for years. We have yet to meet a single case of methamphetamine addiction that we consider incurable. At Passages, our unique approach addresses the entire person--physically, psychologically, emotionally and spiritually--from the harmful effects of methamphetamine addiction. Our collaborative team of experts hails from a host of disciplines, offering personalized attention and expertise to each client in order to resolve the underlying causes of meth dependency and heal the effects of addiction. At Passages, we combine cutting-edge medical science with psychotherapy, physical fitness, nutrition and alternative treatments to provide maximum recovery for each client we treat. Upon arrival, each guest at Passages is paired with a team of ten dedicated specialists to work with on a one-on-one basis each week. As a result, each client we treat experiences at least 15 individualized sessions each week--more than 60 per month. Additionally, your entire treatment team gathers each week to review your progress and make adjustments to your treatment plan. At Passages, your treatment plan evolves as you do, crafted by your personal addiction team. At Passages, our level of care and attention to each client is unrivaled in the addiction industry. Each client's psychological treatment team includes a certified psychologist, hypnotherapist, a spiritual counselor, marriage family therapist (MFT), addiction counselor and after care specialist. As part of your dedicated treatment team, each client will also be paired with a recommended medical doctor, nutritionist, physical trainer, acupuncturist, massage therapist and life purpose coach. Additionally, the co-founders of Passages Malibu Addiction Cure Center, Chris and Pax Prentiss, make themselves available to meet with you personally. At Passages, we have the world's most effective Methamphetamine Treatment Program for treating meth addiction. Our inclusive program includes a variety of offerings, such as: Personalized Therapy |
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In addition to our intensive treatment program, Passages Malibu Addiction Cure Center offers a transformative, magical experience for each guest, including:
Limited Enrollment
Luxury Facilities
Treatment Team Approach
Gourmet Cooking
On-Site Detox
24/7 On-Site Nurse
We never ask clients to perform household chores, require them to scrub floors and clean bathrooms, or impose meaningless restrictions on them. At Passages, we believe in treating each client with total dignity and respect--and we admire each client we have. We know how much strength it takes to seek out a cure for your addiction--and at Passages, we believe in clients focusing all their energies on healing--not housework
ONE-ON-ONE THERAPY IS THE KEY TO RECOVERY
Our intensiveThough many methamphetamine rehab centers offer generalized treatment plans with group therapy, with over 95 percent of rehab centers offering only a single individualized therapy session each week at most. Passages offers up to 60 individual therapy sessions for each client's month-long treatment program.
While we also offer community meetings, sober recreational activities and a supportive peer environment, we believe that the deepest work in healing addiction requires the focused attention of professionals and the highest level of confidentiality and care. Through individualized therapy, clients gain higher levels of insight, greater emotional stability and a wealth of coping skills that enable them to truly achieve lasting methamphetamine addiction recovery.
To learn more about the effectiveness of our personalized treatment plans and individualized and intensive therapy program, we invite you to read through testimonials from several of our graduates of our Methamphetamine Treatment Program.
No matter what your prior experiences, or how long you've been using, your methamphetamines addiction can be cured. Take the first steps towards your personalized methamphetamine addiction cure by calling us now, toll free, at (888) 777-8525 to speak with a compassionate and experienced intake counselor. And remember, at Passages, we believe in a cure, and we believe in you.
