Because they are short-acting drugs, the user experiences some depression when the drug loses its effect. With heavy use, depression and anxiety become more severe. Abusers tend to take these drugs often to avoid feeling depressed. Cocaine use by teens is declining. Some of the decrease is because the use of crack is on the rise.
Many dealers use teens to sell the drug.
In fact, the crack business has become the largest employer of inner-city youth. They are becoming more involved in selling this drug to support their own habits, since addiction can occur after just one or two uses. The main reasons why teens use cocaine and crack include the following. To satisfy curiosity about the effects. To rebel against or challenge parents or society.