Hallucinogens Addiction Treatment

Hallucinogens are powerful drugs that alter a person’s perception of reality. These include psychedelics such as LSD, mushrooms, and mescaline, as well as dissociatives like ketamine. While these drugs can produce powerful visual, auditory, and sensory effects, they can also lead to serious physical and psychological issues. For those who are struggling to overcome an addiction to hallucinogens, there are treatment options available. Our hallucinogens addiction treatment program in Massachusetts provides effective, evidence-based outpatient care that can help you build a foundation for lasting, sustainable recovery.

To begin on the road to recovery with the substance abuse treatment you need, contact NuLife Behavioral Health in Massachusetts today. You can reach a member of our team at 888.568.2057 or connect with us online to get started.

What Are Hallucinogens?

Hallucinogens are substances that can affect a person’s mood and senses as well as how they perceive things around them. As the name indicates, these substances can cause hallucinations, which gives those who use them a false sense of perception and puts them into a dream-like state. The drug attaches to the brain’s serotonin receptors, which is what causes that false sense of perception and hallucinations.

Hallucinogens fall into two general categories: classic hallucinogens, like LSD, and dissociative drugs, like PCP. Hallucinogens can be either plant-based or synthetic. The euphoric feelings that result from using hallucinogens can be addictive, and long-term use of these drugs can lead to significant physical and psychological changes.

Common Types of Hallucinogens 

Some of the most common types of hallucinogens include:

LSD – This man-made drug is derived from a fungus found on grains. It can be swallowed, injected, or absorbed through the lining of the mouth through paper blotter.

Mushrooms – These hallucinogenic mushrooms contain the chemical psilocybin and can be eaten, brewed into tea, or cooked.

Mescaline – This psychedelic drug is derived from cacti in the southwestern United States and Mexico, such as peyote. It can be taken in pill form or as a tea brewed from dried cactus.

Ketamine – This dissociative drug is found in the illegal market and can be snorted, injected, or ingested.

Ayahuasca – This drink is made from Amazonian plants and is used ceremonially in shamanic rituals.

Whether you or someone you love is struggling with an addiction to hallucinogens, there is hope. Treatment provides a path to help those with a hallucinogens addiction get the help they need, and our Worcester & Framingham centers can provide the support you need.

What to Expect in Hallucinogens Addiction Treatment

Treatment for hallucinogens addiction involves both physical and psychological components. At NuLife Behavioral Health, we use an evidence-based approach to treat substance abuse. We believe in providing comprehensive care that addresses your physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being. This includes:

• Individual therapy sessions – Working one-on-one with a therapist can help you develop skills to cope with cravings and triggers.
• Group therapy – Group therapy provides support from peers in recovery and a sense of connection with others who are going through the same process.
• Family therapy – Our therapists work with families to build a strong support system, understand the addiction, and develop effective communication skills.
• Dialectical behavior therapy – This type of therapy is used to help those in recovery gain control over emotions, thoughts, and behaviors.
• Relapse prevention therapy – Our relapse prevention therapy helps those in recovery develop strategies to cope with cravings, identify triggers, and stay on track with sobriety.