Samuel Acuff
Samuel Acuff
Dr. Bill Stoops - Cocaine and Cocaine Use Disorder
Dr. Bill Stoops - Cocaine and Cocaine Use Disorder
Dr. Bill Stoops - Cocaine and Cocaine Use Disorder
Monday 13th March 2023
Join Dr. Bill Stoops on 'The Addiction Psychologist' as he explores cocaine use disorder, its treatments, and the importance of hope and personalized care.
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Get the buttons here!Cocaine Use Disorder: Insights and Hope with Dr. Bill Stoops
I think there's hope, right, like that, if you want to recover- and you and you aren't where you want to be like, there's hope.
Imagine understanding the complex world of cocaine use and its impacts from a leading expert in addiction psychology. In this episode of 'The Addiction Psychologist', Dr. Bill Stoops, a distinguished professor and Associate Director for Clinical Science at the University of Kentucky, breaks down the pharmacology, effects, and prevalence of cocaine use. With his extensive background in Behavioral Science, Psychiatry, and Psychology, Dr.
Stoops offers a thorough exploration of cocaine use disorder, shedding light on both crack and powder forms of the drug. He doesn't just stop at the science; he dives into the treatments available for those struggling with cocaine use disorder, stressing the importance of personalized care and the various pharmacotherapies that can aid recovery. Dr. Stoops also tackles common misconceptions and addresses the sentencing disparities within the criminal justice system related to cocaine offenses.
One key message from this episode is that cocaine use disorder can affect anyone, but recovery is within reach. Dr. Stoops emphasizes the spectrum of outcomes for cocaine use, from complete abstinence to improved quality of life despite continued use. He advocates for a shift in societal perceptions, suggesting that drugs like cocaine don't have to ruin lives and that hope is a crucial component of recovery. Listeners will find Dr.
Stoops' compassionate approach both informative and uplifting, making this episode a must-listen for anyone interested in addiction psychology or seeking hope in their recovery journey.