Cocaine is considered an attractive performance-enhancing drug of our time. Available at affordable prices and almost everywhere, it deceives consumers for a long time with a feeling of vitality, self-confidence, and euphoria. Many become dependent on the drug, sometimes with serious physical and psychological consequences. This book provides a comprehensible overview of the current state of knowledge on the topic of cocaine addiction. It informs about the effects of cocaine, the physical and psychological consequences of use and dependence, the diagnosis of cocaine addiction, and the latest treatment options.