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Cocaine Addiction and Treatment
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In the mid-19th century, peddlers of tonics and elixirs used
an extraction of the drug made from the leaves of the cocoa bush and these bushes are indicative to
Peru and Bolivia. These tonics and elixirs were then sold and said to treat all kinds of illnesses.
Cocaine comes in two ways. The first is as a hydrochloride salt, which is the powdery form of
cocaine that can be melted in water and used intravenously (shooting up)
or chopped and snorted. The other form of cocaine is called “freebase”. With this
form there has been no neutralization by acid and this lack of process gives the addict the option to smoke the drug.
Coke, C, snow, flake, or blow, are names that cocaine is generally known as on the streets. Cornstarch,
talcum powder, and/or sugar, are substances used to dilute cocaine. A chemically-related local drug such
as procaine or other stimulants such as amphetamine may also be used to dilute the drug on the streets.
Constricted blood vessels, dilated pupils, increased temperature, high blood pressure, and fast heart rate are a
few of the short-term physiological effects of cocaine use. A users intense high from using large amounts of, 100mg
or more, may produce bizarre, erratic, and violent behavior. A user may experience tremors, vertigo, muscle twitches,
and paranoia during a toxic reaction closely resembling amphetamine poisoning. Others have reported feelings of
restlessness, irritability, and anxiety. There are reported incidents of sudden death among some first time users.
Death may also occur unexpectedly, shortly after a person has used cocaine. Cardiac arrest or seizures followed by
respiratory arrest are often a result of cocaine use.
SouthCoast Recovery has developed a highly effective cocaine treatment
program. Cocaine is more a psychological addiction than a physical
dependence. Although physical dependence is a factor, effective long
term recovery requires a 90 day program. Even if you or your loved
one has not succeeded in treatment before, we can help.
Our extensive individual counseling root out the specific triggers
and reasons for using. Our team of counselors, marriage and family
therapist and a psychologist work with the individual to develop an
effective treatment plan. Our massage therapist and acupuncturist
relieve the physical symptoms. A health club membership is included
in our basic program.
Physiological dependence, indicated by intense cravings for more cocaine,
develops with the use of this drug. Sometimes, wishing to avoid the
depression that follows the original effect users will administer
the drug over and over again until there is no more cocaine. Our staff
psychologist have over 40 years experience dealing with this type
of depression. His help often makes the difference between success
and failure.
Once triggers and issues are identified and the individual develops
coping skills, the focus shifts to goal setting. Setting goals to
achieve in sobriety is a crucial component to recovery from cocaine
addiction. Our program challenges the clients to find their direction
and take action towards those goals. We offer assistance in securing
a job, enrollment in education, and we have an staff Court Liaison.
We make sure every client has a plan that is likely to succeed before
graduation.
Take the first step!
Call Now Toll Free 866-847-4506
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