WHAT IS PHENCYCLIDINE ADDICTION

PEELING BACK THE VEIL: A PROFOUND JOURNEY INTO PCP DEPENDENCY

Phencyclidine addiction, linked to the drug’s dissociative and hallucinogenic properties, is a complex condition that distorts perception, reality, and self-awareness. Originally developed as an anesthetic, PCP—commonly known as “angel dust”—disrupts glutamate receptors in the brain, producing euphoria, detachment, and in many cases, violent or unpredictable behavior. This addiction often arises in individuals seeking escape from trauma, co-occurring mental health conditions such as depression or schizophrenia, or a desire to transcend ordinary consciousness.

At Peaceful Life Recovery, we recognize PCP addiction as a profound disconnection—from self, from others, and from reality. It often stems from neurochemical imbalances, unresolved emotional pain, and environmental stressors. Our mission is to guide individuals out of this disorienting labyrinth and into a place of clarity, reintegration, and a restored sense of identity.

Signs of Phencyclidine Addiction:

• Increasing tolerance, requiring higher doses to achieve the same dissociative effect
• Severe withdrawal symptoms such as anxiety, tremors, or psychosis-like episodes
• Altered perception, including hallucinations, paranoia, or out-of-body experiences
• Physical symptoms such as slurred speech, lack of coordination, or elevated blood pressure
• Social decline, legal consequences, or self-harm due to impaired judgment