A Study of Violent Behaviors Associated with Cocaine Use: Theoretical and Pharmacological Implications

Abstract

AbstractViolent behavior associated with cocaine use are characterized in this study. The types of violent behavior ranged from minor psychological aggressions to major physical acts that included murder. Aspects of such violent behavior associated with cocaine use were studied. During 1 month, 452 males who made inquiries for themselves or others to obtain information about the effects, diagnosis, and treatment of cocaine dependence were interviewed in phone conversations.