Helping Someone Stay Clean from Adderall

Adderall is a drug used to treatment conditions like attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and narcolepsy. It combines both dextroamphetamine and amphetamine and works by increasing alertness and concentration. It is a dangerous drug that can cause addiction and even death. Students and athletes will often use Adderall recreationally as a performance enhancer.

Helping Adderall Users Recover

If you want to help someone get and stay clean from Adderall, you need to be willing to stay in it for the long haul. Recovery is not quick, and it is not easy. It requires professional help, willingness to get better and a lot of accountability. The following are some ways that you can help someone you care about who is getting clean from Adderall addiction:

• Call addiction counselors. Encouraging the Adderall user to call an addiction helpline is important. You might want to offer to make the call yourself and put the counselor on speakerphone. Anything you can do to help make that first step is crucial. Counselors will be able to answer all your questions and make the user feel better about the next steps in recovery.
• Provide comfort during detox. Detox is a tough time. This is where the patient stops taking Adderall under medical supervision. Withdrawal can sometimes be uncomfortable and painful. It can also take a psychological toll on the patient. A familiar face and voice can be a comfort during this time.
• Ensure counseling attendance. Many rehab centers will offer one-on-one therapy, group therapy and ongoing counseling. Make sure that the recovering Adderall user goes to every meeting, because this is crucial for staying clean. The mental effects of Adderall are just as strong as the physical and can leave the addict craving more, even after detox.
• Provide ongoing accountability. This could be one of the most important steps for you to help with. The individual has gone through detox, counseling and drug therapy, but the temptation to use Adderall will remain. Don’t be afraid to ask the recovering user where he or she is going on the weekends or evenings. Ask the individual if he or she has had any Adderall cravings or if he or she knows where to get more. The more you know about the individual’s life and schedule, the better.

Are You Struggling with an Adderall Addiction?

If you or a loved one is struggling with Adderall addiction, call one of our counselors today. We can help you fight the addiction or help you with someone that is fighting it. Our counselors are standing by 24 hours a day and all calls are toll free. We will even help you figure out your insurance coverage and the costs associated with rehab. Don’t do this alone. Call us today.