The misuse of prescription stimulants can escalate into a substance use disorder (SUD) and in acute instances, manifest as addiction. Chronic consumption of stimulants, even if adhering to a medical prescription, can lead a person to develop a tolerance. This scenario implies the individual might need to consume larger doses or increase frequency to achieve the intended therapeutic effects.
An SUD is more than just a craving for the drug. It's characterized by the drug's continued use causing significant disturbances, whether health-related issues or declining performance and responsibilities at work, school, or home. Recognizing the signs of a SUD is the first step to addressing the problem and immediately sharing any concerns with a medical professional.
Stopping prescription stimulants, especially for those with an addiction, can lead to a range of withdrawal symptoms. These symptoms occur as the body tries to readjust to functioning without the drug. Common symptoms include:
Understanding these symptoms is essential for those considering reducing or stopping their stimulant intake. It's always recommended to consult with a healthcare professional before changing medication regimens.
We treat prescription stimulant addiction on an outpatient basis, which means your appointments, counseling, and follow-up care happen without stepping away from work, school, or family. Care reaches you three ways: at a clinic, on a mobile medical unit, or by telehealth.
Stimulant use disorder responds to therapy and psychiatric care rather than to a single medication, so your plan draws on counseling, skills work, and treatment for any co-occurring mental health condition. Those services are available across our network of over 60 points of care in Colorado and New Mexico, and virtual visits are an option when getting to a clinic is difficult.
Stimulant Addiction Treatment in Colorado
Care is available across Northern Colorado, the Denver metro, Southern Colorado, the Western Slope, and Northwest Colorado, in person or on a mobile medical unit. Mobile sites serve the Greeley and Northeast region, Steamboat Springs and Northwest, Colorado Springs and the Arkansas Valley, Pueblo and the South, and Grand Junction and the West. Counseling and psychiatry are available alongside your care where you need them.
You can browse our Colorado clinic locations to find the site closest to you.
Stimulant Addiction Treatment in New Mexico
We serve communities across New Mexico, including Albuquerque, Santa Fe, Las Cruces, Farmington, Taos, and Española. Patients here have access to the same outpatient stimulant care, with our virtual outpatient program available when travel to a clinic is a barrier.
Start with our New Mexico clinic locations, or give us a call and tell us your schedule and we will suggest a site.
Starting care for stimulant use takes a few short steps:
- Reach out: Contact our team. We match you with a clinic, a mobile medical unit, or a telehealth visit.
- Insurance review: Bring a photo ID and proof of insurance. Coverage and costs are set by your insurance carrier, not by Porch Light Health.
- Intake: A provider trained in addiction medicine reviews your health history and your history of substance use.
- Your plan: No FDA-approved medication treats stimulant use disorder, so care centers on behavioral services and psychiatry, with dual diagnosis treatment for co-occurring conditions.
- First visit and follow-up: Begin at the site that fits your schedule. Patients are typically seen weekly at first.
The journey to overcome prescription stimulant misuse can be daunting, but it is achievable. Behavioral therapies such as cognitive-behavioral therapy and contingency management have shown significant efficacy in assisting individuals on this path. With the proper support and guidance, a healthier, stimulant-free life is well within reach.
Porch Light Health specializes in addressing prescription drug addiction, including prescription stimulants. In a commitment to provide accessible treatment for drug and alcohol addiction, Porch Light Health operates over
60 clinic locations, providing a comprehensive range of
psychiatry and
behavioral health services in person and via
telehealth.
If you or someone you know is looking for accessible prescription stimulant addiction treatment,
contact Porch Light Health today.
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