Detox Guide
Stimulant Withdrawal: Cocaine and Methamphetamine Detox in NJ
Cocaine and methamphetamine withdrawal is primarily psychological — profound fatigue, depression, and cravings dominate the picture. Medical monitoring focuses on mood and suicide risk.
The stimulant crash
Within hours of the last use, energy collapses. Sleep is heavy and unrefreshing for several days. Depression can be severe and, in some cases, suicidal ideation emerges. This is the window that most benefits from a supervised environment.
Timeline
- Days 1–3: crash phase — sleep, hunger, low mood.
- Days 4–10: intense cravings return, mood remains fragile.
- Weeks 2–10: gradual normalization; anhedonia may linger.
Evidence-based treatments
There is no FDA-approved medication for stimulant use disorder. Contingency management — a behavioral protocol using tangible rewards for negative drug screens — has the strongest evidence base and is offered at a growing number of NJ programs.
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