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Washington D.C. Cocaine Addiction Help

Recent reports indicate that there are approximately 60,000 people living in Washington DC are addicted to drugs or alcohol. 23,000 of those 60,000 residents have a cocaine addiction.

Treatment for cocaine addiction is the only real way to handle this epidemic. Reports show that there are 16,000 DC residents that have not gotten treatment for their substance abuse problem.

One of the main reasons why people don't get help is because they think they can beat addiction by themselves. Not only is this not the case, but it is a common way to avoid treatment. Addicts will often times tell their loved ones and family members that they don't need to go to rehab because their addiction is not that bad, or because they can stop using if they want to. This will force the family and loved ones to choose between what they know is the right thing (rehabilitation) and their desire to believe the addict. It is important to remember that for the vast majority of people suffering from addiction, the only real way to handle it is through effective, longterm rehab.

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Cocaine Rehabs in Washingon DC

Powdered cocaine and crack cocaine remain huge problems for residents in Washington DC. Because of its addictive nature, crack brings about a lot of violence and Washington DC has noticed increased homicides and crime directly related to crack cocaine.

Drug courts have been implemented as a way to keep track of drug offenders and monitor their progress. To date, Washington DC only has three drug courts in operation. For those who do not get sentenced to drug court, prison is often times the next step on the road of addiction. Over 70% of Federally-sentenced drug offenders are cocaine addicts.

The National Drug Intelligence Center reported that powder and crack cocaine was currently selling for $23,000-$27,000/kilogram and $800-$1,200/ounce during 2006. Crack sells for $10/bag in Washington DC.  

Cocaine Treatment, Washington DC

Cocaine has started to infiltrate the high school systems as well. Children entering into the 9th grade report that 1.4% of them have abused cocaine in the last month. Upon entering into the 12th grade the percentage of cocaine abusers increase to 6.3%.

Cocaine has been portrayed as a party drug, a drug that celebrities use, a drug that promotes a lifestyle of excess and wealth, that is actually so far from the truth. Often times it only takes a few uses for the allure of cocaine to wear off and the pain and constant cravings to move in. Cocaine use at a young age will most likely lead to the abuse of heavier drugs like, crack, heroin, and methamphetamine.

When a parent finds out that their teen is abusing cocaine, in some ways they are very fortunate. They now have the ability to handle the addiction before it gets even more out of control. The most effective way to ending a cocaine addiction is by taking care of it immediately. If you suspect your teenager of abusing cocaine please call (877) 340-3602 for more information. Help is possible.

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