Cocaine Addiction Treatment
Cocaine is one of the most addictive substances because of the rush of euphoria that it produces. It is also one of the most dangerous, for several reasons including the following:
It increases the risk of heart disease and respiratory ailments
It can lead to irrational, violent behaviour
Women who use cocaine during pregnancy can give birth to cocaine-addicted babies
Use of cocaine is often accompanied by intense mood swings, which increases the risk of suicide
Street cocaine is often blended with other poisonous or harmful substances, leading to unpredictable medical reactions
People who use cocaine tend to develop a physical and psychological dependency very quickly, leading to a high risk of withdrawal symptoms that can be harmful in the absence of medical supervision
What are the signs of cocaine addiction?
Cocaine addiction affects both the body and the mind. As the dependency grows, the individual becomes increasingly consumed with getting more. This can affect all aspects of life, such as relationships, work or school, and finances. The signs and symptoms of cocaine addiction include the following:
Financial problems that get progressively worse as the individual uses money allocated for living expenses to fuel the addiction
Irritability that can escalate into physical and verbal aggression
Mood swings, depression and anxiety
A dry mouth and intense thirst
Dilated pupils
Rapid breathing
Nausea and vomiting
Irrational behaviour that can be frightening to family and friends
