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Research indicates that contingency management, where behavior is reinforced or rewarded therefore it is more likely to occur in the future, is more beneficial in Crystal Methamphetamine Addiction Treatment than psychosocial or 12 step therapy alone.

Crystal Methamphetamine Addiction Treatment is often aversive in nature. Because Crystal Meth is illegal, society believes that addicts engage in behavior that is illegal, and the legal systems court orders them into treatment. Now, rather than reinforcing addicts for their progress and attempts at remaining clean, most 12 step programs utilize confrontation techniques when patients are suspected of using or suspend patients when they are not conforming to program rules. These negative reinforcement techniques practiced by 12 step programs result in a confrontational environment and do absolutely nothing for long term sobriety. Not all aspects of Crystal Methamphetamine addiction treatment are this way. Non 12 step treatment programs, like Narconon, routinely use some forms of positive reinforcement, where one is referred to as a student and not an addict. This, along with finding out why a person turned to drugs in the first place and dealing with their underlying issues has been instrumental in achieving long term sobriety.

Crustal Methamphetamine attacks the central nervous system and artificially stimulates the so called pleasure areas of the brain. This causes a feeling of euphoria and increased activity within the user. As the effect of the drug wears off, the user typically demands more of the drug. This is what creates the cycle of addiction.

An effective Crystal Methamphetamine Addiction Treatment program should consist of a   biophysical approach, contingency management and a cognitive behavioral portion. These three aspects of treatment are what anyone should look for when searching out a rehabilitation facility.

It is imperative that a program treats all these aspects of addiction for any hope at long term success.

Without Crystal Methamphetamine Addiction Treatment, a person can have serious health issues. Such as: drug cravings, weight loss, depression, psychosis, Formication, Paranoia, kidney damage and heart failure.