Cocaine is a widespread drug with a pronounced stimulating effect. It causes euphoria, increases mental and physical activity. Regular use quickly leads to dependence and the development of such clinical effects as angina pectoris, depression, hallucinations. The problem of cocaine addiction is the second largest social problem.

Cocaine stimulates the central nervous system. When the drug enters the bloodstream, intoxication occurs, which is accompanied by the following symptoms, which can otherwise be called signs of cocaine addiction:

• feeling of euphoria
• feeling of imaginary superpowers
• disinhibition (decreased control of emotions and behavior)
• verboseness, talkativeness
• excessive motor activity
• violation of the logic of judgments
• the desire to make grandiose plans, to act
• impulsivity and irresponsibility in actions
• increased sex drive
• uncontrollable repetitive movements and phrases
• mental and motor arousal
• increased physical endurance
• reduced need for food, sleep, rest

In a state of drug intoxication, people commit criminal acts, get injured. Prolonged use of the drug leads to the development of anxiety, anxiety, irritability. Often there is a fear of death, a panic state develops with a rapid heartbeat, discomfort in the chest, a feeling of lack of air.

1. Mistaken for harmless and safe so-called "social" use at parties, discos, gatherings in order to relieve stress, relax, have a good rest.
2. Problems begin. Doses increase, solitary use begins, difficulties arise in the family, at work, school, more and more money is required.
3. The situation is becoming critical. A person becomes dangerous for himself and others, loses his job, study, family, friends.
4. Chronic persistent dependence. Hallucinations, delusions, suicidal moods, endless search for the next dose.

The most terrible consequence in addition to all of the above is irreversible mental degradation.

Attempts to overcome cocaine addiction on their own are almost always unsuccessful. Qualified assistance can be obtained in narcological dispensaries, private clinics, rehabilitation centers.

Inpatient treatment.

Psychotherapy. This stage can be carried out on an outpatient basis, its duration is from several months to a year.

Rehabilitation. Final activities that help the patient return to an active social life without drug use.

Persistent psychological attraction to cocaine can be defeated with the help of psychotherapeutic work. Sessions are held individually and in a group.

The main task of the psychotherapist is to teach the patient to re-enjoy life in natural ways.