Central nervous system cocaine affecting

Let us begin with the basics. Cocaine is a stimulant—a stimulant that affects the central nervous system. Cocaine stimulates sections of the brain that produce feelings of energy and a sense of wellbeing. Users of cocaine report feeling more in control of themselves and the world around them, and more competent at whatever they are doing. 

Cocaine has been used by the Indians of South America for at least 2500 years. Its central nervous system effects have been long known and ironically in 1884 Freud wrote one of the first reports on the mental effects of cocaine. In the mid 1980 s widespread abuse of various forms of cocaine led to major medical and social problems [128]. This coincided with a decrease in the price of the drug "on the street" and more widespread availability. The use of cocaine has changed from that of "social and recreational" use by the wealthy to a common addiction and affliction that affects all segments of the population, as many millions of Americans use cocaine. 

A closer look at precisely how cocaine affects the brain is critical both to understanding how cocaine affects the central nervous system and why it is so addictive. Cocaine does not simply affect your brain it actually changes your brain. How does this happen ... 

Cocaine is a controlled substance available to researchers who have a valid DEA license and an approved protocol. It is highly toxic and affects the central nervous system. It is harmful be inhalation, ingestion, or skin absorption. Wear appropriate gloves and sagety glasses. Do not breathe the dust. 

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