Since the 1970’s cocaine has been a rising problem in the united states. Furthermore in Texas, the epidemic is still on the rise. Crack abuse has been on the rise since the 1980’s.
The difference between cocaine and crack is:
Cocaine- hydrochloride salt, powder form. The powder is water soluble and can be snorted.
Cocaine- hydrochloride salt, powder form. The powder is water soluble and can be snorted.
Crack- freebase, which is a compound that is heated and smoked. It is usually cheaper than cocaine powder.
No matter how one uses cocaine, there is no safe way. Cocaine addiction is serious leading to 2.4 million cocaine users in the U.S.
Here is the breakdown of cocaine/ crack users in Texas for the year of 2006:
- Total cocaine/ crack users: 818,000
- Cocaine/crack abusers 12-17 : 143,000
- Cocaine/crack users 18-25: 275,000
- Cocaine/crack users 26 and older: 400,000
Cocaine and crack are the most common illegal substances, accounting for the majority of treatment addiction admissions. 31% of admissions for cocaine and 72% for crack.
The total amount of cocaine and crack admissions in Texas for 2006 were:
- Cocaine: 4,175
- Crack: 6,020
Cocaine and crack use and abuse in the U.S. and in Texas is a major problem. Cocaine and crack is an addicting substance. Drugs in general are highly addictive and addiction is a medical condition. A user is always trying to achieve the same high that they felt on their first use, however, a user can never get the same high. It only takes one use of a drug to become addicted. It only takes one use to overdose or die. Like all medical conditions, treatment is necessary.
If you or someone you know is struggling with drug addiction, call the Cove Center for Recovery. Cove is a nationally recognized addiction treatment center providing flexible addiction treatment program featuring both residential addiction treatment and non residential addiction treatment. Addiction treatment programs are available with interactive and experiential learning therapy. The owners of Cove Center for Recovery have been featured on the DR. Phill Show featuring their successful addiction treatment programs. Cove has a wide base of patients providing addiction treatment for clients nationwide.
If you or someone you know is struggling with drug addiction, call the Cove Center for Recovery. Cove is a nationally recognized addiction treatment center providing flexible addiction treatment program featuring both residential addiction treatment and non residential addiction treatment. Addiction treatment programs are available with interactive and experiential learning therapy. The owners of Cove Center for Recovery have been featured on the DR. Phill Show featuring their successful addiction treatment programs. Cove has a wide base of patients providing addiction treatment for clients nationwide.
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Addiction Treatment for adults and young adults: 1-888-387-6237 http://www.covecenterforrecovery.com
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