subject: 3 Methods For Helping With Cocaine Addiction Sobriety [print this page] Cocaine addiction and recovery is a rough road to travel. The odd thing about cocaine is that it's really not one of the most chemically addictive drugs around. Oh, to be sure, it IS chemically addictive, but honestly, it doesn't hold a candle to heroin or even cigarettes when it comes to chemical addiction. Rather, what gets you hooked is the emotional aspect of the drug. You get EMOTIONALLY addicted to cocaine.
The emotional effect of cocaine is... Well, let's be honest: Spectacular... In the short term, at least. This is how it gets you. If you've ever felt down, if you've ever suffered from low self esteem, cocaine SEEMS like the perfect antidote. Cocaine will make you feel like Hercules, like Superman and like some golden boy rock star all at once. It makes you feel like a god, to put it bluntly. This is why many find it very difficult to kick, because who doesn't want to feel like that? Unfortunately, it's a completely, COMPLETELY false high, and it can kill you.
If you're struggling with addiction and you're finally ready to go sober, try these methods of recovery...
Stop It
Easier said than done, right? Well, some people can kick cocaine just like that, while others suffer a more severe addiction. Take any drugs you have and get rid of them right now. Don't save a little "just in case", get rid of all of it. Stop associating with whoever your hookup is or whoever enables you (if they happen to be a close friend, just tell them you're not paying for cocaine anymore and see if they still hang around WITHOUT the drugs to keep the friendship together).
Get a Healthy Addiction
For many of us, an addiction is more of a need to fill some void in our lives than anything. We may not be depressed, we may not be necessarily chemically addicted, we just need something to do, something that we can push and push and push. If this is you, you may be able to quit by getting a healthier addiction. After you've sobered up, you can replace drugs with working out or drawing or writing or any number of other interests. They're all more rewarding than drug and alcohol addiction.
Find a Program
If you've tried both of the above and you're still hooked, then it's time to wave the white flag of surrender and ask for help. You can either do this yourself, or you can wait until your friends and family stage an emotionally draining and humiliating intervention. Your call.
