Cracking the Code on Cocaine and Bath SaltsCracking the Code on Cocaine and Bath Salts
The Addiction Files
Season 2 is here and we are back with a fantastic episode about a re-emerging and serious epidemic. Dr. Paula Cook and Dr. Darlene Petersen discuss the history of crack/cocaine and emergence of bath salts, neurobiology of cocaine and treatment opt...
54:31•7 Sept 2021
Understanding Cocaine and Bath Salts: Insights from The Addiction Files
“We owe it to say that the crack cocaine epidemic in the 1980s, and then that will actually the 1990s, really disproportionately affected black Americans and did not receive the attention that the opioid epidemic has received in the 2000s.”
Cocaine and bath salts are making headlines again, and not for good reasons. In this eye-opening episode of The Addiction Files, Dr. Paula Cook and Dr. Darlene Petersen take you on a journey through the troubling history and resurgence of these substances. They dive deep into the neurobiology behind cocaine use and the complex world of bath salts, shedding light on why these drugs are so addictive and harmful.
But it's not all doom and gloom; the episode also covers various treatment options that can offer hope to those struggling with addiction. From understanding the toxicology of these substances to learning how to effectively engage patients in treatment, this episode is packed with valuable information. Whether you're a healthcare professional or someone looking to understand more about these dangerous drugs, this episode has something for you. Dr. Cook and Dr.
Petersen also discuss the broader public health implications, including the effects on pregnancy and high-risk sexual behavior. So, if you're ready to crack the code on cocaine and bath salts, tune in to this episode of The Addiction Files.
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