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Crack Cocaine Addiction Treatment

First introduced in the 1980s, crack is a highly addictive variation of cocaine that destroys the lives of addicts and their families - in some cases even disrupting entire neighborhoods. If you're ready to beat the crack addiction causing problems in your life, call Treatment Solutions Network today at 877-417-6237.

What is crack?

Crack is cocaine that has not been neutralized by an acid to make the hydrochloride salt form of the drug typically referred to as "powder" cocaine. Unlike powder cocaine, crack cocaine comes in a rock crystal that can be heated and its vapors smoked.

According to the White House Office of National Drug Control Policy, the term "crack" comes from the crackling sound made when it is heated.

What other names is crack known by?

Street names for crack, according to the White House Office of National Drug Control Policy, include Jelly Beans, Rooster, and Tornado. Crack mixed with heroin is sometimes called Moonrock, while marijuana cigarettes laced with crack are often referred to as Oolies.

How is crack abused?

crack, according to the U.S. Department of Justice, is nearly always smoked. Smoking crack delivers large quantities of the drug to the lungs, producing an immediate and intense euphoric effect.

How widespread is crack use?

The 2008 National Survey on Drug Use and Health found that approximately 8.4 million Americans aged 12 or older reported trying crack at least once in their lifetimes. This number represents about 3.4 percent of the U.S. 12-and-older population.

About 1.1 million Americans surveyed reported using crack within the past year. Roughly 359,000 reported crack use in the last month.

What are crack's short-term effects?

The short-term effects experienced by crack users are similar to those found in those who abuse powder cocaine, though in some ways the effects of crack can be more intense. Crack effects include:

What are crack's long-term effects?

Long-term crack addiction has serious, potentially fatal, health consequences. These long-term effects include: 

The Drug Abuse Warning Network estimates that crack abuse was associated with 42,146 emergency-room visits in 2002 - about 21 percent of all cocaine-related emergency-room visits that year. for more information on crack cocaine treatment call us now at 877-417-6237.

What are the risks of crack addiction during pregnancy?

Pregnant women who use crack risk killing their unborn child - crack has been linked to increased numbers of still births and miscarriages. According to the American Pregnancy Association, crack has also been shown to increase the chance of premature labor by 25 percent.

Pregnant women who don't seek treatment for their crack addiction also may give birth to babies with smaller heads or other growth deformities. The baby itself may also be born with an addiction to crack, causing the infant to suffer from withdrawal symptoms such as sleeplessness and muscle spasms.

Why is crack addiction so hard to overcome?

Crack cocaine is one of the most addictive substances there is. Upon inhalation of this powerful drug, the user's body instantly begins the addiction process. After continued use, crack addicts begin to believe they cannot live without the drug. When an addict tries to quit, they are often discouraged because quitting causes unpleasant withdrawal symptoms. These withdrawal symptoms include: 

Crack addiction treatment is a proven way to quit

Crack addiction treatment has a well-documented, proven track record of leading clients to sobriety. With help from one of Treatment Solution Network's high-quality crack addiction treatment centers, you or your loved one will receive compassionate, knowledgeable care at every key step of the process. The difficult step of detox will be made much easier through around-the-clock medical care that includes medications specifically designed to ease crack's difficult withdrawal symptoms.

After cocaine detox is complete, our clients receive intensive individual and group counseling that will address to the root causes of their crack addiction. After drug rehab, clients receive continued assistance through recovery support groups.

A better life, free of crack addiction, is waiting. Call Treatment Solutions Network today at 877-417-6237. 

No matter your insurance, be it Cigna, Aetna, Humana, Blue Cross / Blue Shield (BCBS), Assurant, Unicare, United Health Care, Anthem, Carefirst, Asuris Northwest Health, Golden Rule, Celtic Insurance, Fortis, Health Net, Kaiser, Vista, Shelter, Wellpoint, Tri Care, Accordia or even Medicare, and state insurance - we can help you find crack cocaine addiction treatment. We also offer many affordable self pay options as well as luxury cocaine rehab.