Proceedings
Adverse Effects of Cocaine Abuse (IN: Problems of Drug Dependence 1983: National Institute on Drug Abuse: Monograph Series 49)
Washton A M~~Tatarsky A
Consequences of cocaine abuse on health & psychosocial functioning were assessed in 55 subjects who called a telephone helpline. Results showed impairment of job functioning, interpersonal relationships & financial status; disturbances of mood & cognitive functioning; psychiatric symptoms of depression, paranoia & increased suicidal/violent tendencies; & physical symptoms of exhaustion, weight loss, sleep problems & seizures. Findings challenge notions that cocaine is a benign drug. 8 Refs. (LH)