Amphetamine Addiction Treatment & Rehab Centre in Ontario

Amphetamine is a serious problem in Ontario and throughout Canada and the U.S. Newgate 180 is a trusted non-profit amphetamine addiction treatment and rehab centre in Ontario with nearly 50 years of experience successfully treating individuals with Amphetamine drug addiction.

We’re here to help you overcome your amphetamine addiction so you can lead a full, happy life. Help is just a click away, so contact Newgate 180 if you or a loved one has an amphetamine problem.

What are Amphetamines?

Amphetamine is a class of drugs that includes amphetamine, methamphetamine (“meth” or “speed”) and dextroamphetamine. These drugs speed up the central nervous system and typically produce feelings of energy and euphoria. 

Some drugs within this class are legal and may be prescribed to treat conditions such as ADHD and narcolepsy. However, if misused, all drugs within this class produce dangerous effects on the body and brain and have the potential to become addictive.

What Causes Amphetamine Addiction?

It is generally accepted that addiction to any substance, including amphetamine addiction, is not caused by a single factor, but rather by a combination of genetic and environmental influences.

People who tend to be vulnerable to developing a problem with amphetamine use are those whose lifestyle demands sustained energy and alertness such as truckers, students, athletes and soldiers. Those with eating disorders may also be at increased risk due to the weight loss that often comes with amphetamine use.

The bottom line is if there are problems in your life – or your loved one’s life – due to the use of amphetamines, now is the time to seek amphetamine addiction treatment.

What Is Amphetamine Addiction?

If you are reading this, chances are that you or someone you care about has a problem with amphetamine dependence. Some of the common warning signs include:

• Needing to use more than before to feel the effects.
• Losing control over how much or how often you use.
• Needing to use in order to meet the energy demands of your daily life.
• Going on “runs” – taking the drug every few hours for up to several days, typically without eating or sleeping.
• Experiencing anxiety, severe depression, fatigue, psychosis and intense cravings when you don’t use.
• Spending too much money on amphetamines.
• Isolating yourself from family and friends.

How Do I Know if I’m Addicted to Amphetamines?

 Other possible signs of amphetamine addiction may include:

• You have a poor appetite and have lost a lot of weight.
• You are experiencing anxiety, excitability, irritability and may be prone to violent outbursts.
• You are having trouble sleeping.
• You feel a sense of confusion.
• You have become secretive and have an increased need for privacy. You feel resentful and defensive when loved ones express concern about you.
• You find yourself using amphetamines and driving or engaging in other risky behaviours (ex. sharing needles, unsafe sex etc.).
• You may experience psychosis (ex. paranoia and hallucinations).
• You develop severe dental problems (“meth mouth”).
• You experience intense itchiness and scratching, leading to skin sores.
• You are losing control and feel helpless and ashamed, and have no idea how you ended up in this downward spiral.

These are just some of the many signs that amphetamine use is becoming a problem in your life. If you find yourself feeling this way or are watching a loved one suffer, we can help. Contact our amphetamine addiction treatment center today.

Our Amphetamine Addiction Treatment & Rehab

By visiting our website you have made the first and most important step in addiction recovery. Newgate 180 is here to help you immediately. You will not be put on a waitlist – you will be welcomed to our centre in a caring and respectful way.

To begin, you will complete a comprehensive assessment and your counsellor will develop a treatment plan that’s right for you. Your individualized amphetamine addiction treatment plan will emphasize living a balanced life, stress management, coping skills, managing mental health concerns, self-care, and other issues that are relevant to you.

Successful Amphetamine Addiction Rehab in Ontario

You will work with a Relapse Prevention Counsellor to develop your own Recovery Plan that will be your personalized “road map” for when you leave Newgate. As you learn, heal and grow at Newgate 180, you will become empowered to take control of your amphetamine addiction recovery. You will learn to believe in yourself.

Through our holistic program which includes individual and group counselling, art therapy, AA, yoga, fitness training, leisure/recreation, and proper nutrition, you will learn how to create a life worth living without using amphetamines.

The End Goal of Amphetamine Addiction Treatment

At Newgate 180 you will rediscover your values and renew your sense of worth. As you become increasingly well mentally, emotionally, physically and spiritually, you will discover a renewed sense of meaning and purpose. We don’t just want you to heal – we want you to thrive.

Choose Newgate 180 for Amphetamine Addiction Rehab in Ontario

Newgate 180 is an industry-leading addiction treatment centre in Ontario that welcomes clients from across Canada, the U.S., and even Europe and Australia. We don’t just treat your amphetamine addiction; we help you improve mentally, emotionally, physically and spiritually. With a long, distinguished history of success, there are a lot of reasons to choose Newgate 180:

• You can access our services immediately; in many cases, we can admit a client within 24 hours.
• We will stay by your side for a full year. Our 30-day residential program is followed by 11 months of ongoing care. Our ongoing care program is offered via video calls and telephone, so we can support you no matter where “home” may be for you.
• We offer a comprehensive, holistic approach to care.
• We have extensive therapy and treatment options, including art therapy, meditation, yoga, fitness training, leisure/recreation, healthy eating coaching, acupuncture, reiki, and exposure to self-help groups.
• We offer both individual and group counselling sessions to our clients.
• We offer a combination of gender-specific and co-ed programming, welcoming both men and women into our program, and have two separate facilities.
• We offer both private (single occupancy) and semi-private (double occupancy) rooms.
• We believe that having both genders enriches many of the therapeutic groups. We also recognize that certain topics are most effectively dealt with in men-only and women-only groups.
• We work with families to help them understand amphetamine addiction and offer guidance on how to support a loved one who is in recovery. We know that addiction affects the whole family and we want to help heal unhealthy dynamics, rebuild trust and ensure all parties have the support they need. We offer a unique family program consisting of weekly group sessions, educational events and support throughout the year.
• Our main facility is located on the river in the town of Merrickville. The natural beauty of the river, trees, and gardens creates a peaceful and inviting setting.
• Our men’s and women’s residences have a comfortable, welcoming, ‘home-like’ feel that for many makes Newgate feel more like a home than a treatment centre.

Amphetamine Addiction Treatment & Rehab FAQs

Here are the answers to some frequently asked questions about amphetamine addiction rehabilitation at Newgate 180.