{"id":36704,"date":"2021-04-30T13:19:28","date_gmt":"2021-04-30T21:19:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/coastlinerehabcenters.com\/?p=36704"},"modified":"2021-10-17T05:32:27","modified_gmt":"2021-10-17T05:32:27","slug":"dealing-with-a-family-member-abusing-methamphetamine","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/coastlinerehabcenters.com\/addiction\/dealing-with-a-family-member-abusing-methamphetamine","title":{"rendered":"Dealing With a Family Member Abusing Methamphetamine"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Meth abuse and any other substance abuse can cause significant behavioral, psychological and physical changes in your life. Such a transformation is usually hard on the family and friends of those who abused the substances. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nih.gov\/news-events\/news-releases\/methamphetamine-overdose-deaths-rise-sharply-nationwide\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A study from 2018<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> shows that 7.3 in every 100 people abuse meth.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, there are steps you and your family can take to help your loved ones get the help and stability they need. You may need to provide resources, inspiration, and accountability to help your loved one begin their recovery journey.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Signs of Meth Abuse and Addiction<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The first step to deal with a loved one abusing methamphetamine is to identify the signs and symptoms of meth abuse. Moreover, you need to learn more about drug addiction before you approach your loved one. You will learn that drug <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/coastlinerehabcenters.com\/addiction-disease-or-choice\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">addiction is a chronic disease<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and not a choice.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The signs of meth abuse and addiction can be categorized into behavioral end physical symptoms. Behavioral signs of meth abuse include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Extreme loss of appetite<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Isolation from others&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sudden changes in social groups&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Criminal Behavior such as stealing money for drugs&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Clumsiness&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hyperactivity&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Forgetting important events&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Erratic sleep patterns like insomnia&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Loss of interest in previous hobbies&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Risky financial behavior&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Aggression or violent behavior&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Risky sexual behavior<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Physical signs of meth abuse include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dilated pupils<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bad breath<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Broken teeth<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Severe loss of weight<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Irregular breathing patterns<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Irregular sweating<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rotting, blackened teeth, (meth mouth)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Needle marks on the arm<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Burns on the fingertips and lips<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><b>Do Not Enable Their Behavior<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is important to distinguish between compassion and enabling the meth abuse habits of your loved one. Enabling their abuse means that your loved one does not realise the consequences of abuse and addiction. For example, a loved one can use up their savings to buy meth. A cash bailout would be enabling them because they can easily go off and buy more meth. However, helping them get a job shows compassion and puts them in the right direction.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Get the Help of Professionals<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is a dangerous drug, so it is important to speak to a professional such as a <a href=\"https:\/\/coastlinerehabcenters.com\/about\/staff\">therapist<\/a> or an interventionist for guidance. The professional will teach you and your family members how to deal with a loved one abusing meth. You could learn effective ways to convince your loved one to get treatment.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Moreover, professionals provide positive exchange tools, help manage negative consequences, and help avoid enabling behavior. A professional will be able to handle your situation to address the unique needs of your loved one.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Avoid Confronting Them When They Are High<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do not approach the individual when under intoxication or in withdrawal. They are likely to react negatively and could display aggressive or erratic behaviour. Approach them when they are sober and calm.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Approach Them With Compassion<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Make sure you use a compassionate approach and compassionate words when dealing with a loved one abusing meth. A compassionate approach may help them open up on various issues and stresses that could have triggered meth abuse. You can use the following format in your approach:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Approach them when they are in a decent mood without a crowd.&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Let them know that you have some concerns about things you've seen lately.&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Highlight the specific things that concern.&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Emphasize that you only want to offer you support in case they need it and that you care for them.&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Let them know that you are willing to listen and will offer no judgement.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your goal is to make them feel safe, loved and supported.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Take Care of Yourself<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The experiences of dealing with a loved one who abuses meth can take a toll on you, especially your mental health. Therefore, it is important to take care of yourself both mentally and physically to offer your support. Eat a healthy diet, exercise often, and you can also attend a support group for visitor therapists to help with your mental health.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Be Understanding and Supportive of Their Treatment<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You should understand that addiction is a chronic and recurring disease. It has no cure but treatment measures to help cope with the disease. Support your loved one\u2019s treatment in any way that you can. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.samhsa.gov\/brss-tacs\/recovery-support-tools\/parents-families\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Research <\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">shows that family support is important for addiction recovery.&nbsp; You could support them through:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Financial support for treatment<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Taking them to appointments&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Offering consistent encouragement&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Helping them get in touch with treatment providers.&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Also, do not be hard on them when they relapse. It is part of the recovery journey. Therefore, you should help your friend or family member take their appropriate recovery steps<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/coastlinerehabcenters.com\/what-to-do-if-you-relapse\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> after a relapse.<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> You should also understand that your friend or family member abusing meth will use various <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/coastlinerehabcenters.com\/common-excuses-addicts-use-to-avoid-substance-abuse-detox-treatment\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">excuses to avoid rehab treatment.&nbsp;<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><b>Things To Avoid When Dealing With a Loved One Abusing Meth<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is important to avoid doing certain things when dealing with a loved one abusing meth. They include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Criticizing or blaming them. Addiction is a disease.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use of aggressive or confrontational language.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Making promises such as t keep their addiction a secret.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><b>Conclusion<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Meth abuse is a dangerous activity that poses <a href=\"https:\/\/coastlinerehabcenters.com\/the-dangers-of-meth-abuse\/\">various dangers to the abuser<\/a> and their friends and family. There is a risk of addiction, mental health issues, financial struggles, organ damage, and major health issues.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is important to know how to deal with a loved one who abuses me to know how to get them appropriate help. Some of the steps you can take include learning the signs of meth abuse, avoiding enabling behavior, getting the help of professionals, avoiding confronting them when they are high, approaching them with compassion, taking care of yourself, and understanding and supporting the treatments.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><b>Get Help for Meth Abuse in California<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Coastline Behavioral Health<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in Orange county offers various rehab programs for meth abuse in California. Our <a href=\"https:\/\/coastlinerehabcenters.com\/\">recovery programs<\/a> include detox, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/coastlinerehabcenters.com\/treatment-programs\/partial-hospitalization-program-orange-county\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">meth inpatient rehab,<\/span><\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/coastlinerehabcenters.com\/treatment-programs\/outpatient-rehab\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">meth outpatient rehab, <\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/coastlinerehabcenters.com\/treatment-programs\/luxury-rehab-california\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">meth luxury rehab.<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> We offer a personalized approach to treatment. The features of your treatment program depending on your individual recovery needs.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can contact us today at (714)-842-2260 to get help for a friend or family member abusing meth.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Meth abuse and any other substance abuse can cause significant behavioral, psychological and physical changes in your life. Such a transformation is usually hard on the family and friends of those who abused the substances. A study from 2018 shows that 7.3 in every 100 people abuse meth. However, there are steps you and your [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":38087,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[3,5,9,110],"tags":[113,114,111,115,116],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/coastlinerehabcenters.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/36704"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/coastlinerehabcenters.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/coastlinerehabcenters.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/coastlinerehabcenters.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/coastlinerehabcenters.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=36704"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/coastlinerehabcenters.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/36704\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/coastlinerehabcenters.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/38087"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/coastlinerehabcenters.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=36704"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/coastlinerehabcenters.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=36704"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/coastlinerehabcenters.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=36704"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}