Bath Salts Addiction & Treatment
Synthetic cathinones can be addictive. Users have reported that the drugs trigger intense, uncontrollable urges to use it again. Strong withdrawal symptoms can include depression, anxiety, tremors, problems sleeping, and paranoia.
Treating Addiction to Synthetic Cathinones
Behavioral therapy can be used to treat addiction to synthetic cathinones. Examples include:
- Cognitive-behavioral therapy
- Contingency management or motivational incentives (providing rewards to patients who remain substance-free)
- Motivational enhancement therapy
- Behavioral treatments geared to teens
As with all addictions, health care providers should screen for co-occurring mental health conditions. While there are no FDA-approved medicines for synthetic cathinone addiction, there are medicines available for common co-occurring conditions.