The abuser becomes more and more preoccupied with the drug, and pays less attention to family and work. Despite continued dose increases the abuser reaches a point at which the body's energy reserves are completely used up. No amount of amphetamine can keep the abuser going. After several days, the abuser has recovered some energy physically, but still feels emotionally depressed. There is also a craving to use more amphetamine.
Recovery requires a stay at a drug rehabilitation facility and long term counseling.
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