Drugs that cause skin picking

Certain drugs can cause compulsive skin picking behavior. Stimulants like meth and cocaine can lead to this behavior due to the heightened state of arousal and altered sensory perception they cause. MDMA, prescription medications for ADHD like Ritalin or Adderall, hallucinogens like LSD or magic mushrooms, and synthetic marijuana can also lead to excessive skin picking. If you or someone you know is struggling with this issue, it's important to seek medical or psychological help. So what types of drugs cause skin picking? My name is Tyler Tisdale. I'm the founder and CEO of Pinnacle Peak Recovery. We're an addiction treatment center in Scottsdale, Arizona. So let's break it down. Stimulants. Meth and cocaine are commonly known to lead to compulsive skin picking behavior. The heightened state of arousal and altered sensory perception may lead users to believe there are bugs under their skin, causing them to pick relentlessly. MDMA. While it's uncommon, some users have reported compulsive skin picking when taking ecstasy or coming down from ecstasy, especially in high doses. Prescription medications. Some medications to treat ADHD, like Ritalin or Adderall, have been known to cause excessive skin picking. Hallucinogens. LSD or magic mushrooms, although it's more rare, can lead to excessive skin picking. Synthetic marijuana. These lab-created substances that mimic THC can have unpredictable psychological effects, including compulsive behaviors like skin picking. If you or someone you know is struggling with this issue, it's crucial to seek medical or psychological help. Don't hesitate to reach out to us.