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Cocaine Addiction Treatment

Cocaine is a powerful stimulant drug that often hooks users after one use. When taken, cocaine releases immense amounts of dopamine, creating intense feelings of euphoria and pleasure. Cocaine was known as the premier party drug of the feel-good 1970s, where “sex, drugs, and rock and roll” dominated the cultural landscape. While many people think of cocaine as a recreational drug, it is also highly addictive and can cause the user to spin out of control. If the user doesn’t address their cocaine use, they can experience physical and psychological symptoms that can be life-threatening. This article will further focus on women’s signs and symptoms of cocaine addiction. Also, we will focus on the benefits of a women’s cocaine addiction treatment program. Casa Serena is a top-tier women’s cocaine addiction treatment program in California that features evidence-based programs and compassionate support. Call us right now for more details.
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Cocaine Addiction and Women

While it may not garner the headlines like opioid medications or alcohol, there is a substantial percentage of women in the United States that regularly use cocaine. The following data provided in the 2019 National Survey of Drug Use and Health shows the following:

  • 16,000 young women aged 12-17 used cocaine in the past year

  • 242,000 women aged 18-25 used cocaine in the past year

  • 519,000 women aged 26 and older used cocaine in the past year

    Like many other substances, women experience the effects of cocaine differently than men. Biologically, women experience hormonal fluctuations that intensify the rush of dopamine to the brain’s reward center. This results in a more pleasurable high and strongly reinforces the desire to continue use. This makes it much more difficult for women to stop using cocaine.

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    Signs and Symptoms of Cocaine Addiction

    The signs and symptoms of cocaine addiction can be seen in three major areas: physical, psychological, and social. While these symptoms can vary from person to person, they are common to all who abuse the drug. The tell-tale signs and symptoms from each area are listed below:

    Physical

    • Rapid heart rate
    • Elevated body temperature
    • High blood pressure
    • Dilated pupils
    • Persistent nosebleeds
    • Loss of appetite
    • Bursts of high energy
    • Insomnia
    • Breathing problems

    Psychological

    • Heightened confidence
    • Poor decision-making abilities and impulsive behavior
    • Restlessness
    • Mood swings
    • Agitation
    • Depression
    • Psychosis
    • Finding it hard to focus or concentrate at work, home, or in any other areas of your life
    • Intense cravings for cocaine
    • Exacerbation of any existing co-occurring mental illnesses

    Behavioral

    • Engaging in reckless and risky behaviors
    • Being unable to reduce or stop use despite negative consequences
    • Abusing other substances besides cocaine
    • Borrowing money or stealing money and property to pay for cocaine
    • Being secretive or dishonest about your activities
    • Increased social isolation
    • Devoting an excessive amount of time to obtaining, using and recovering from the effects of cocaine
    • Losing interest in activities, hobbies, or events that were once important to you
    • Neglecting responsibilities and relationships
    • Poor performance at work or school

    There are several risk factors that make women more vulnerable to developing a cocaine addiction; these include the following:

    • Family history of cocaine and other substance abuse
    • Being a person who seeks high-risk and impulsive activities
    • Having untreated mental illness
    • Early exposure to drug use in the home or in their environment

    If you are using cocaine and display any number of the above signs and symptoms, it is important you seek the specialized help found at a women’s cocaine addiction treatment program.

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    Why Choose a Women’s Cocaine Addiction Treatment Program?

    Making the decision to seek treatment for cocaine addiction is a significant life decision. However, you must make wise decisions in choosing the best cocaine rehab that meets your specific needs. In general, women metabolize cocaine faster than men and become addicted to the drug in a shorter period. Secondly, women have a more difficult time asking for help due to their nature of being caregivers and nurturers. Thirdly, women are more communal in their approach to recovery.

    For you to have the best chance at meaningful recovery, a women’s cocaine addiction program in California is your best bet. A women’s cocaine addiction rehab has several tremendous benefits when compared to other rehabs:

    Nurturing Environment

    A women’s-only cocaine rehab is specifically designed to create a safe and nurturing environment for clients. These rehabs are staffed by women, and they help to create a strong sense of community in treatment. As a result, women are more receptive to receiving the help and support they need to overcome cocaine addiction.

    Safety and Security

    In a women’s cocaine addiction treatment program, clients feel safe when discussing past trauma and events that led to them abusing the drug. In a traditional rehab program with men present, women are less likely to open up and talk about traumatic events. 

    More Personalized Therapy

    As already stated, women face unique issues regarding addiction and the treatment of addiction. Many women who enter treatment may have substantial self-esteem and self-worth issues. Also, women may also struggle with eating disorders and body issues. Many women who seek treatment do so with great hesitation because of the guilt they feel for leaving their families and jobs. Rehab facilities designed for women address these issues head-on, and programming helps clients feel supported.

    Multidisciplinary Approach

    Women’s cocaine addiction therapy programs feature a multidisciplinary approach that addresses the needs of the client’s mind, body, and spirit and often include the following programs:

    • Individual, group, and family counseling
    • Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and other therapies
    • Dual diagnosis treatment for those with co-occurring mental illnesses
    • Holistic treatment options
    • Aftercare and transitional living homes
    • Alumni groups

    Treatment programs are evidence-based, extensively tested, and are administered by experienced staff who have a proven track record of success. These programs are individualized to meet each client’s specific needs and can change as the client’s needs change.

    More Accepting of Sexual Orientation

    Many women’s only rehabs are more welcoming to those who are in the LGBTQIA+ community. This more tolerant environment can make it easier for women to be more open and honest during treatment.

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    Casa Serena’s Cocaine Addiction Treatment for Women in Southern California

    Like most substances, cocaine can have devastating effects on women, their families, and the community at large. If you are ready to take the first step in finding treatment, women’s cocaine addiction treatment programs will give you the tools and strong sense of support you need to break free from cocaine addiction once and for all. If you are looking for a women’s cocaine rehab in Southern California, Casa Serena is your first choice. Located in picturesque Santa Barbara, Casa Serena is a top-tier women’s cocaine addiction treatment rehab. For six decades, we have helped countless numbers of women address and win their battle with cocaine addiction. Our evidence-based women’s treatment programs are personalized to meet your unique and specific needs. Our experienced staff has years of proven experience in working with women from all walks of life and their unique addiction issues. We will support and motivate you every step of the way so you can become healthy, happy, and sober. Call Casa Serena right now and step confidently on the road to recovery.
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