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Cocaine abuse and addiction.

F H Gawin1

  • 1Stimulant Abuse Treatment and Research Unit, Yale University School of Medicine, New Haven, Connecticut 06519.

The Journal of Family Practice
|August 1, 1989
PubMed
Summary

Cocaine addiction is a major public health concern, but it is a treatable disorder. Primary care physicians should recognize cocaine dependence and explore emerging psychotherapy and pharmacotherapy treatments.

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Area of Science:

  • Public Health
  • Addiction Medicine
  • Pharmacology

Background:

  • Cocaine is a national public health concern due to increased addiction potential from lower prices and smoking.
  • An estimated 2 million US individuals may be addicted to cocaine, exceeding heroin addiction rates.
  • Cocaine dependence is a treatable disorder, contrary to public perception.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To inform primary care physicians about cocaine dependence.
  • To highlight the importance of recognizing signs of cocaine abuse.
  • To review therapeutic approaches, including psychotherapy and pharmacotherapy.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of current research on cocaine addiction.
  • Analysis of epidemiological data on cocaine use and dependence.
  • Synthesis of information on emerging psychotherapeutic and pharmacotherapeutic interventions.

Main Results:

  • Cocaine dependence is a significant public health issue with increasing prevalence.
  • Effective treatment options, including psychotherapy and pharmacotherapy, are available.
  • Primary care physicians play a crucial role in identifying and managing cocaine dependence.

Conclusions:

  • Cocaine dependence is a treatable condition requiring medical attention.
  • Physicians should be knowledgeable about the signs and symptoms of cocaine abuse.
  • Advances in psychotherapy and pharmacotherapy offer new hope for individuals with cocaine addiction.

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