Crack, a less expensive form of cocaine, has recently become available, making cocaine abuse a widespread problem. Pregnant women using cocaine are at high risk of miscarriage. Babies born to cocaine-dependent mothers are addicted at birth. The infants are jittery and don't respond well to people. Moreover, they have to go through the agonizing process of withdrawal.
Some people are more sensitive than others to cocaine.
A small amount of the drug can kill people sensitive to it. Cocaine dependence can be treated, although it is a long- term process. The most important part of treatment is for you to be in a drug-free environment. Cocaine powerfully affects some of the chemicals of the brain that change mood and emotions. At first you feel pleasure, increased energy, and enhanced self-esteem.