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Amphetamine Withdrawal

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Amphetamine Withdrawal

For those who get treatment for amphetamine addiction and take the necessary step of stopping use of the drug, amphetamine withdrawal can be a harrowing experience. The symptoms that occur when attempting to stop amphetamine use can be difficult to overcome. On Mentaline.com, you can get online counseling and therapy with trained therapists who know all about amphetamine withdrawal and what you will be going through. They can help you get through the tough parts of amphetamine withdrawal. As well, the online therapy on Mentaline.com includes support from others who are facing similar circumstances. This can be very helpful and make you feel like you're not alone and powerless.

Symptoms of Amphetamine Withdrawal

These are some of the common things people facing withdrawal from amphetamines will face.


  • Agitation - Being easily agitated and upset is a side effect of stopping amphetamine use.
  • Anxiety - Nervous, anxiousness may be another thing that has to be dealt with when quitting amphetamines.
  • Fatigue - As the body comes down from the effects of the drug, fatigue may set in. 
  • Excessive Sleeping - Along with the fatigue will come long periods of sleep as the body attempts to repaid some of the damage done by no sleep when taking amphetamines.
  • Increased Appetite - To offset the loss of hunger while taking the drug, many coming off of amphetamines find themselves with a voracious appetite. 
  • Short Temper - Extreme irritability comes with amphetamine withdrawal for most people who undertake the process of recovery.
  • Psychosis  - Various forms of psychosis, including paranoia, hallucinations, depression and suicidal thoughts, may come about as a result of quitting amphetamines.

These are all serious issues that should be considered, but when you look at the long term effects of abuse of amphetamines, you will see that it is something that needs to be addressed. At Mentaline.com, we have solutions for treatment of amphetamine addiction.

Treatment for Amphetamine Withdrawal

Treatment for amphetamine withdrawal usually includes behavioral therapy and counseling as part of long term recovery from amphetamine addiction and abuse. On Mentaline.com you can search and find trained therapists to help you get through all the problems associated with withdrawal from amphetamine use. Treatment is not easy by any means, but the support and guidance available on Mentaline.com can really make a difference in your ability to combat an addiction to amphetamines and get your life back. 

Definition of Amphetamine Withdrawal

Amphetamine withdrawal is a series of things that happen to the body when the drug is not ingested regularly. The symptoms of amphetamine withdrawal can include various psychotic problems (depression, suicidal thoughts, or even hallucinations), but treatment for amphetamine withdrawal is possible and helpful.

Symptoms of / Reasons for Amphetamine Withdrawal

  • Suicidal thoughts
  • Fatigue
  • Excessive sleep
  • Increased appetite
  • Depression
  • Paranoia
  • Hallucinations

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About me

Depression, Anxiety, Addictions, Personality Problems or Eating Disorders, I can teach YOU to become your own best therapist.
Face2face session in the UK and Portugal.
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    • » Symptoms
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    • » Symptoms
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Maureen Moore

Maureen Moore

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Counsellor/Therapist
About me

I am a qualified and professional counsellor and Cognitive Therapist with 15 years experience, and hold both a Diploma and Masters degree in Counselling.

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  • - Personal Development
    • » Symptoms
    • Setting goals
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    • » Symptoms
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    » Definition Depression is defined as a mental state that causes extreme sadness, pessimism, and a loss of interest in life. Symptoms of depression include sleep problems, uncontrollable crying, loss of interest in life, as well as other physical and mental signs. Counseling and therapy are two recommended ways to get help with depression. While depression is a normal human state of mind, when it lasts for a long time or is very intense, it may be a sign of bigger problems.
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    • » Symptoms
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    • Anxiety
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Allan Frater

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Counsellor/Therapist
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Specialties
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Denise Richardson

Denise Richardson

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Coach , Counsellor/Therapist
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    » Definition Sexual abuse is the perpetration of any sexual act on an unwilling party.
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    • » Symptoms
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Ian Young

Ian Young

Arlesey
Counsellor/Therapist
About me

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Specialties
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    • » Symptoms
    • Changes in behavior
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    • Mood swings
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    • » Symptoms
    • Financial problems
    • Relationship troubles
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    • Nightmares
    • Emotional problems

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    • Health problems, especially with the liver
    • Anti-social and irresponsible behavior
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    » Definition Alcohol addiction is the compulsive need to have a drink and the excessive use of alcohol. There are many signs and symptoms of alcohol addiction, including health problems, social problems, and destructive behavior. Therapy specialized around helping with behavioral patterns can help break the addiction cycle.
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