Glossary
Cocaine Use
What is
Cocaine Use?
Cocaine Use can cause addiction and lead to significant physical, social and mental harm. Understanding and addressing use of the drug through therapy can lead to improved well-being and quality of life.
What Is It?
Cocaine addiction is a substance use disorder characterised by the compulsive use of cocaine despite harmful physical, psychological, or social consequences. Cocaine is a powerful stimulant that produces intense, short-lived feelings of euphoria, increased energy, and alertness, which can quickly lead to dependence.
Common Experiences
People struggling with cocaine addiction often experience strong cravings, increased tolerance, and a cycle of binge use followed by crashes that include fatigue, depression, and irritability. They may also suffer from anxiety, paranoia, restlessness, and disrupted sleep, and some may engage in risky behaviours to obtain or use the drug.
How It Can Affect You
Cocaine addiction can severely impact a person's health, relationships, and overall well-being. It increases the risk of heart problems, stroke, and mental health issues, and can lead to job loss, financial troubles, and legal problems, especially as the addiction takes priority over all other aspects of life.
Ways Therapy Can Help
Providing coping strategies for overcoming addiction
Creating a safe space to explore thoughts and emotions
Identifying triggers and underlying causes
Building resilience and improving self-awareness
