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Signs of Ritalin addiction and abuse
Common signs and side effects of Ritalin use The side effects of Ritalin addiction include but are not limited to:
- drug addiction
- nervousness and insomnia
- loss of appetite
- nausea and vomiting
- dizziness
- headaches
- changes in heart rate and blood pressure (usually elevation of both, but occasionally depresson)
- skin rashes and itching
- abdominal pain
- weight loss
- digestive problems
- toxic psychosis
- psychotic episodes
- severe depression upon withdrawal
High doses of stimulants produce a predictable set of symptoms that include:
- loss of appetite (may cause serious malnutrition)
- tremors and muscle twitching
- fevers, convulsions, and headaches (may be severe)
- irregular heartbeat and respiration (may be profound and life threatening)
- anxiety, restlessness
- paranoia, hallucinations, and delusions
- excessive repetition of movements and meaningless tasks
- formicaton (sensation of bugs or worms crawling under the skin)
While death due to non-medical use of Ritalin is not common, it has been known to occur.
Common symptoms of a Ritalin overdose Symptoms of Ritalin overdose may include:
- agitation
- confusion
- convulsions (may be followed by coma)
- delirium
- dryness of mucous membranes
- enlarging of the pupil of the eye
- exaggerated feeling of elation
- extremely elevated body temperature
- flushing
- hallucinations
- headache
- high blood pressure
- irregular or rapid heartbeat
- muscle twitching
- sweating
- tremors
- vomiting
Ritalin addiction treatment programs Ritalin is a highly addictive prescription drug. Recovery and rehabilitation from Ritalin addiction may require a treatment program ranging from certified addiction counseling to treatment at a residential alcohol and drug rehab center, depending on the extent of the addiction and a number of other factors.
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