Crack Addiction is a physical and psychological dependence to crack, a highly addictive form of cocaine.
Fast Facts:
- Crack gives an immediate and overwhelming high or euphoria lasting three to five minutes
- Crack is central nervous system stimulant
- Crack is highly addictive
- Signs of use: dilated pupils, rapid speech, agitation, excitability
- Crack comes as a dried chunk or shavings of cocaine
- Crack is usually combined with baking soda or ammonia in water
Disclaimer: The content in this page is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Please contact your doctor for more information on Crack Addiction.
Crack Addiction Prevention and Education
- Recovery Connection: Addiction Prevention Campaign
Crack Addiction Stories, Discussion and Blogs
The Body: Fuzeon & Me: Inspiring Stories: Greg Braxton: A Long Journey to Recovery
New York Times: Support Groups Are Offering Embrace to Cocaine's Victims (1989)
Cocaine Help: Crack Addiction
Dawn Farm: Addiction and Recovery News
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